Cameron Guthrie
About Cameron Guthrie
Cameron Guthrie is the Sr Director of Operations Analysis and Rate at BLUE ORIGIN, with extensive experience in the aerospace industry, including significant roles at SpaceX and ULA.
Sr Director, Operations Analysis and Rate at BLUE ORIGIN
Cameron Guthrie currently holds the position of Sr Director, Operations Analysis and Rate at BLUE ORIGIN. Since 2024, he has been working on-site in Cape Canaveral, Florida. This role involves overseeing critical operational analysis and rate processes, contributing to the strategic goals of BLUE ORIGIN. His experience at Blue Origin adds to his extensive background in the aerospace industry, enhancing the company's operational capabilities.
Previous Roles at SpaceX
Cameron Guthrie's tenure at SpaceX includes several key positions: Principal Operations Engineer (2020-2024), Director, Payload and Starlink Operations (2019-2020), Director, Recovery and Fleet Operations (2018-2019), Sr. Manager, Launch and Re-Flight Operations (2017-2018), Dragon and Payload Integration Manager (2014-2017), and Launch Engineer (2008-2014). These roles, primarily executed in Cape Canaveral, Florida, illustrate his progressive responsibility and extensive involvement in mission-critical operational areas.
Engineering Roles at Other Companies
Before his significant contributions at SpaceX and BLUE ORIGIN, Cameron Guthrie worked at various engineering roles including Engineer II Mechanical Systems at ULA - United Launch Alliance - Lockheed Martin & Boeing (2006-2008), Office Engineer at Hensel Phelps Construction Co. (5 months in 2006), Engineering Intern at DECA Manufacturing Inc (2 months in 2005), and Engineering Intern, Reliability and Test Group at Honeywell DSES (2002-2003). These positions provided foundational experience in mechanical systems and project management.
Education and Mechanical Engineering Degree
Cameron Guthrie received a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of North Florida, where he studied from 2001 to 2005. This educational background laid the groundwork for his technical expertise and problem-solving skills, which he later applied in his various professional roles in the aerospace and engineering sectors.
Experience in Recovering Rockets and Historical Launches
Cameron Guthrie has acquired substantial experience in recovering rockets as they return from space, a highly specialized skill within the aerospace industry. His career includes participation in many historical launches over nearly two decades, positioning him as an integral figure in key advancements and milestones in space exploration and operations.