Chelsea Crabb
About Chelsea Crabb
Chelsea Crabb is a Fluid System Engineer New Glenn Integration at BLUE ORIGIN with a background in mechanical engineering and research experience in energy and shock physics.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Chelsea Crabb has been serving as a Fluid System Engineer for the New Glenn Integration project at BLUE ORIGIN since 2022. In this role, she specializes in the integration of fluid systems for the New Glenn spacecraft, contributing to the development and operational readiness of the launch system. Her work involves the design, analysis, and testing of fluid systems, ensuring that the spacecraft meets all operational requirements.
Previous Experience at Hydrogen Properties for Energy Research Lab
Before joining BLUE ORIGIN, Chelsea Crabb worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the Hydrogen Properties for Energy Research Lab from 2021 to 2022. During her 9-month tenure, she focused on research related to hydrogen energy, conducting experiments and analyzing data to advance the understanding and applications of hydrogen in energy systems.
Graduate Research at Washington State University
Chelsea Crabb served as a graduate research assistant in the field of Shock Physics at Washington State University from 2020 to 2021. Her responsibilities included conducting experimental and computational research on high-strain-rate phenomena, contributing to the scientific community’s understanding of shock physics and material behaviors under extreme conditions.
Internship at Boeing
Chelsea Crabb gained valuable industry experience during her internship at Boeing in 2019. As a 767 Structures Engineering Intern, she worked for three months in Everett, Washington. Her role involved supporting the design and analysis of aircraft structures, providing her with hands-on experience in one of the leading aerospace companies in the world.
Academic Background in Mechanical Engineering
Chelsea Crabb holds both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Washington State University. She earned her Bachelor's degree between 2017 and 2020 and completed her Master's degree from 2020 to 2022. These academic credentials have provided her with a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, equipping her with the knowledge and skills required for her current role in the aerospace industry.
Undergraduate Research Assistant at Hydrogen Properties for Energy Research
From 2018 to 2020, Chelsea Crabb worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the Hydrogen Properties for Energy Research Lab in Pullman, WA. Over two years, she was involved in multiple research projects focused on hydrogen energy, gaining early exposure to research methodologies and practical applications in the field of energy research.
Equestrian Training and Management Experience
Before embarking on her engineering career, Chelsea Crabb spent seven years working as an Equestrian Trainer and Barn Manager at Sundance Equestrian Industries in Woodinville, Washington, from 2009 to 2016. In this role, she was responsible for training horses and managing barn operations, highlighting her diverse skill set and ability to manage responsibilities in different fields.