Brian Dykas
About Brian Dykas
Brian Dykas is a Senior Materials and Processes Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN, specializing in tribological materials systems for reusable space launch vehicles.
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Brian Dykas is currently serving as a Senior Materials and Processes Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN. His work involves advancing technologies related to aerospace power and propulsion systems, with a specialization in developing tribological materials systems for reusable space launch vehicles.
Employment at BLUE ORIGIN
Brian Dykas has been employed at BLUE ORIGIN as a Senior Materials and Processes Engineer since 2019. Based in Kent, WA, he focuses on collaborating with industry and academic partners to manage the transition of technology in aerospace power and propulsion systems.
Work Experience in Defense Science and Technology Group
From 2014 to 2015, Brian worked at the Defence Science and Technology Group in Melbourne, VIC, Australia as a Propulsion Researcher. His role included initiating and executing research projects relevant to propulsion technologies.
Career at US Army Research Lab
Prior to his current role, Brian Dykas spent 12 years at the US Army Research Lab in Baltimore, Maryland. From 2007 to 2019, he served as a Research Aerospace Engineer and Team Leader. His responsibilities included leading research initiatives in aerospace engineering, emphasizing experimental mechanics and computational modeling.
Postdoctoral Research at Case Western Reserve University
Between 2006 and 2007, Brian was a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Case Western Reserve University. His work primarily involved experimental mechanics and computational modeling within the field of aerospace engineering.
Education and Expertise
Brian Dykas earned his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Case Western Reserve University in 1970. He brings a wealth of expertise in experimental mechanics, computational modeling, and the development of tribological materials systems for aerospace applications.