Andrew Mikhail
About Andrew Mikhail
Andrew Mikhail is the Lead Manufacturing Engineer at Blue Origin, overseeing the BE-7 Engine, BE-3PM Engine TCA, and BE-4 Turbomachinery.
Current Role at Blue Origin
Andrew Mikhail serves as a Lead Manufacturing Engineer at Blue Origin. His responsibilities include leading the manufacturing efforts for the BE-7 Thrust Chamber Assembly (TCA), overseeing the final integration, supplier vetting, and supply chain coordination. Additionally, he plays a crucial role in the manufacture of the BE-3PM Engine TCA for the New Shepard and manages the manufacturing of BE-4 Turbomachinery. He mentors a team of seven manufacturing engineers and planners, ensuring the efficiency and precision of Blue Origin's manufacturing processes.
Previous Positions at Blue Origin
Before assuming his current role, Andrew Mikhail was a Thrust Chamber Development and Manufacturing Engineer II at Blue Origin. In this capacity, he contributed to the design and development processes of thrust chambers, reinforcing his expertise in the manufacturing and engineering sectors within the aerospace industry.
Experience at United Airlines
Andrew Mikhail worked as a Performance and Repair Engineer (NPI) at United Airlines from 2018 to 2020. During his tenure, he focused on performance metrics and repair strategies, applying his mechanical engineering skills to ensure the optimal performance of aircraft operations within the San Francisco Bay Area.
Roles at SpaceX
At SpaceX, Andrew Mikhail held two significant positions. In 2018, he worked as a Manufacturing Engineer in Avionics/Propulsion Integration. Prior to that, he was a Manufacturing Engineer in Final Integration from 2017 to 2018. His roles at SpaceX involved working on complex integration and manufacturing tasks, contributing to the company’s advanced propulsion systems and final vehicle assembly.
Early Career and Internships
Andrew Mikhail began his career with internships at various reputable organizations. He interned at Tesoro Corporation in mechanical engineering and at United Airlines in powerplant and engine maintenance. Additionally, he undertook a mechanical engineering internship at the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. During his academic years, he also worked as an undergraduate research assistant at the University of California, Berkeley, contributing to projects in the Combustion Laboratory and the Vehicles Dynamics Lab (Hyundai Center).
Educational Background
Andrew Mikhail holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, which he obtained from 2014 to 2017. Prior to that, he earned an Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Los Angeles City College, where he studied from 2010 to 2014.