Chris Stevenson
About Chris Stevenson
Chris Stevenson is the Director of New Glenn Stage II Tanks at Blue Origin, with a background in mechanical engineering and aviation maintenance, and previous roles at Bigelow Aerospace, TWIN OTTER INTERNATIONAL LTD, Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines, and the US Navy.
Title
Chris Stevenson serves as the Director for New Glenn Stage II Tanks at Blue Origin. He has been in this role since 2012, bringing a wealth of experience in mechanical and aerospace engineering to the company.
Current Role at Blue Origin
At Blue Origin, Chris Stevenson is the Director of New Glenn Stage II Tanks. His role involves overseeing the development of pressurized flight structures and managing various engineering projects. He also has experience serving as a Structures Engineer and Project Manager within the company, leveraging his expertise to advance Blue Origin's aerospace endeavors.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Blue Origin, Chris Stevenson worked in several significant roles. From 2005 to 2012, he was a Mechanical Engineering Manager at Bigelow Aerospace in Las Vegas. Prior to that, he served as an Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic at TWIN OTTER INTERNATIONAL LTD and Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines. Additionally, he began his career as an Avionics Technician in the US Navy from 1994 to 1997 in the Greater San Diego Area.
Education and Expertise
Chris Stevenson holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas, earned between 2002 and 2006. He also obtained an Airframe & Powerplant License from Cheyenne Aero Tech, where he studied Aviation Maintenance from 1992 to 1994. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in both mechanical and aviation engineering.
US Navy Veteran
Chris Stevenson is a US Navy Veteran, having served as an Avionics Technician from 1994 to 1997. His military experience has provided him with a disciplined approach to problem-solving and a strong technical skill set in avionics.