Cherng(james) Chu
About Cherng(james) Chu
Cherng (James) Chu is a Propulsion Engineer III at BLUE ORIGIN with extensive experience in aerospace engineering and a background in real estate investment.
Title
Cherng(James) Chu holds the position of Propulsion Engineer III at BLUE ORIGIN. His role includes responsibilities related to propulsion systems and their integration. He has been with the company since 2022.
Professional Background
Cherng(James) Chu has amassed significant experience in the aerospace and engineering sectors. Before his current role at BLUE ORIGIN, he worked as a Mechanical Design Engineer at Aerojet Rocketdyne from 2017 to 2022. Additionally, he served briefly as a Component Product Engineer at the same company. Chu's earlier career includes a position at BYD America Corp as a Chassis/Interior Engineer from 2015 to 2017 and as an Engineering Assistant at Solar Turbines in 2014. His initial work experience was in the US Navy as an Avionics Technician for seven years.
Education and Expertise
Cherng(James) Chu earned a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from UCSD between 2012 and 2015. He further expanded his knowledge by earning a Certificate in Real Estate with a Concentration in Investment from UCLA Extension in 2020. Chu is proficient in CAD modeling and GD&T (ASME Y-14.5M), and has expertise in system integration and fluid systems within the aerospace industry. He also has experience in designing structures, bracketry, machine, and weld fixtures.
Experience at BLUE ORIGIN
Since 2022, Cherng(James) Chu has been working at BLUE ORIGIN as a Propulsion Engineer III in Los Angeles, California. His work involves key aspects of propulsion systems, contributing to the company's innovative aerospace projects.
Career at Aerojet Rocketdyne
Cherng(James) Chu worked at Aerojet Rocketdyne from 2017 to 2022, where he started as a Component Product Engineer before moving on to the role of Mechanical Design Engineer. During his time there, he was involved in various engineering projects, particularly in Los Angeles, California.