Chris Sanders
About Chris Sanders
Chris Sanders is the Sr. Director of Engines Systems Architecture Design at BLUE ORIGIN, with over 38 years of experience in the aerospace industry, specializing in rocket propulsion.
Title
Chris Sanders serves as the Sr. Director of Engines Systems Architecture Design at BLUE ORIGIN. He has held this position since 2022.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Chris Sanders is currently the Sr. Director of Engines Systems Architecture Design at BLUE ORIGIN, where he has been working since 2022. His role involves overseeing the design and architecture of engine systems, contributing to the development and innovation of spaceflight technology.
Previous Positions at Dynetics, Inc.
Before joining BLUE ORIGIN, Chris Sanders held multiple positions at Dynetics, Inc. From 2020 to 2021, he served as the Deputy Chief Engineer for the NASA Human Landing System and as Branch Chief of Propulsion and Fluids Development in the Space Division. He also worked as a Program Manager for Advanced Programs within the Space Division from 2018 to 2020.
Experience with Aerojet Rocketdyne and Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne
Chris Sanders has a rich background with Aerojet Rocketdyne and Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne, where he focused significantly on NASA programs. At Aerojet Rocketdyne, he was the Director of Strategy & Business Development from 2013 to 2018. At Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne, he worked in various managerial roles from 2000 to 2013, including managing NASA Programs Strategy & Business Development and Marketing & Strategic Planning.
Education and Expertise
Chris Sanders holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering from Auburn University, which he completed between 1980 and 1984. With over 38 years of experience in the aerospace industry, his expertise lies in rocket propulsion and strategic business development.
Significant Contributions and Achievements
Throughout his career, Chris Sanders has made notable contributions to the aerospace industry. He was instrumental in maintaining a 100% mission success record for the NASA Space Shuttle Main Engine. Furthermore, he played a key role in securing over $1 billion in NASA program sales, and led teams to secure sole source awards for significant NASA propulsion programs.