Brian Niezgoda
About Brian Niezgoda
Brian Niezgoda is an engineer at BLUE ORIGIN with a background in mechanical and aeronautical engineering, and a history of diverse professional experiences.
Title and Experience at BLUE ORIGIN
Brian Niezgoda currently works at BLUE ORIGIN as an Engineer, a position he has held since 2018 in Kent, WA. Prior to this, he was an Engineering Intern at BLUE ORIGIN in the Greater Seattle Area in 2017. These roles at BLUE ORIGIN underscore his involvement in advanced aerospace engineering and his continuous contributions to the company.
Internship at NASA Glenn Research Center
In 2017, Brian Niezgoda interned at NASA Glenn Research Center as a Mechanical Engineering Intern in the Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area. This role provided him with valuable experience in mechanical engineering within one of the most esteemed aerospace research facilities in the United States.
Entrepreneurial Ventures in Surf Industry
Brian Niezgoda owned and operated La Pared Surf Shop in Luquillo, Puerto Rico, and Nauset Surf School in Brewster, MA, from 2014 to 2015. These entrepreneurial ventures highlight his ability to manage and grow businesses in the surf industry, showcasing a diverse range of skills beyond engineering.
Work Experience in Engineering
Brian Niezgoda's engineering career includes diverse roles such as Field Engineer at Schlumberger (2013-2014) in Abilene, Texas, and Alberta, Canada, Weights Engineer at Boeing Commercial Airplanes (2012) in Everett, WA, and Turbo-machinery Engineer at Ametek Aerospace (2011-2012) in Woodstock, NY. These positions reflect his extensive experience in various engineering fields.
Educational Background
Brian Niezgoda holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University (2016-2017) and a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical/Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2008-2012). His solid educational foundation supports his expertise and ongoing contributions to the engineering field.