Chris Dela Pena, Pmp, Pe
About Chris Dela Pena, Pmp, Pe
Chris Dela Pena is an Advanced Development Programs Production Engineer at Blue Origin with a diverse background in engineering roles at Boeing and expertise in software development and systems architecture.
Current Role at Blue Origin
Chris Dela Pena currently serves as an Advanced Development Programs (ADP) Production Engineer at Blue Origin. Based in Kent, Washington, Chris began this role in 2022. In this position, Chris is involved in the production engineering aspects of advanced development programs, contributing to Blue Origin's mission of enabling a future where millions of people live and work in space.
Previous Experience at Boeing
Before joining Blue Origin, Chris Dela Pena accumulated extensive experience at Boeing. Chris worked as a Product Review Engineer in 2022 and as a Project Selection and Product Development Engineer in 2021. From 2017 to 2021, Chris served as an Engineering Manager, leading teams and managing engineering projects. Chris held the role of Lead Engineer from 2015 to 2017 and worked as a Production Support Engineer from 2010 to 2015. These roles were based in various locations, including Auburn, Washington and the Greater Seattle Area.
Educational Background
Chris Dela Pena holds multiple degrees and certificates across various fields. Chris earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Oregon State University between 2020 and 2023. Additionally, Chris obtained a certificate in Project Management from Caltech and studied the same subject at the University of Washington in 2019. Chris also holds a Master of Science in Systems Engineering from the University of Southern California, completed between 2012 and 2014, and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Washington, awarded between 2005 and 2007.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Chris Dela Pena possesses expertise in both front-end and back-end software development. Proficient in languages such as SQL, C#, Java, Python, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, Chris applies these skills across various engineering projects. In addition, Chris has been trained in Systems Architecture and Engineering, providing a comprehensive skill set that supports advanced engineering roles. This technical proficiency is complemented by strong cross-functional people management skills, enhancing team collaboration and project outcomes.
Previous Engineering Roles
Throughout the early stages of Chris Dela Pena's career, Chris worked with several engineering firms. In 2010, Chris spent 4 months as an Environmental Engineer at Cardno ERI. Prior to that, Chris was a Civil Engineer at Barghausen Consulting Engineers from 2007 to 2009. These roles laid the foundation for Chris's extensive engineering expertise and career progression in the aerospace industry.