Brian Latimer
About Brian Latimer
Brian Latimer is a Manufacturing Engineering Manager at BLUE ORIGIN with extensive experience in mechanical engineering and quality management.
Current Title and Role
Brian Latimer currently holds the position of Manufacturing Engineering Manager at BLUE ORIGIN. He began this role in 2023 and oversees manufacturing engineering processes on-site. His responsibilities include the management and optimization of engineering processes to ensure the success of projects within the company.
Previous Experience at BLUE ORIGIN
Before becoming Manufacturing Engineering Manager, Brian Latimer served as a Rocket Engine Assembly Mechanical Engineer II at BLUE ORIGIN from 2022 to 2023. Based in Huntsville, Alabama, Brian was involved in the intricate processes of assembling rocket engines and ensuring mechanical integrity.
Tenure at Webco Industries
Brian Latimer worked at Webco Industries in various roles from 2015 to 2022. Starting as a Technical Services/Quality Manager, he managed quality assurance initiatives for three years. He then transitioned to the role of Process Engineer from 2018 to 2021, focusing on the improvement and management of processes within the company. From 2021 to 2022, he held the position of Project Engineer, where he managed and executed various engineering projects in Mannford, Oklahoma.
Educational Background
Brian Latimer attended Oklahoma State University from 2005 to 2009, where he pursued a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. During his time at the university, he also worked as a Resident Assistant, from 2007 to 2009, in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Professional Internships
During his early career, Brian Latimer gained valuable industry experience through internships. He worked as an Engineering Intern at Caterpillar Inc. in Peoria, Illinois for three months in 2008. In 2009, he interned at Mercury Marine in Stillwater, Oklahoma for five months, further honing his engineering skills.
Combat Robots of Oklahoma
Brian Latimer is the founder of the Combat Robots of Oklahoma group. This organization promotes STEM activities through combat robotics events. In addition to organizing these events, Brian is actively involved in designing, building, and fighting combat robots, which showcases his engineering skills and passion for robotics.