Chris Wolfe
About Chris Wolfe
Chris Wolfe is a Mechanical Engineer III at BLUE ORIGIN, with extensive experience in mechanical engineering roles at L3Harris Technologies and Northrop Grumman, and a background in robotics and machining.
Company
Chris Wolfe is currently employed at BLUE ORIGIN, a private aerospace manufacturer and spaceflight services company. BLUE ORIGIN is renowned for its innovations in rocket technology and space exploration initiatives. Wolfe is working on the development of mechanisms for the Blue Moon Lunar Lander, a project that aims to facilitate lunar exploration.
Title
Chris Wolfe holds the position of Mechanical Engineer III at BLUE ORIGIN. This role involves advanced engineering responsibilities, particularly in the design and development of critical spacecraft components. Wolfe began this position in 2023, with considerable prior experience in similar roles.
Background
Prior to joining BLUE ORIGIN, Chris Wolfe accumulated extensive experience in mechanical engineering through various roles. He was employed at L3Harris Technologies from 2018 to 2023, first as a Sr. Associate Mechanical Engineer then as a Specialist (Level 3) Mechanical Engineer. Before this, Wolfe worked with Northrop Grumman as a Mechanical Design Engineer, contributing to significant projects. His early career included a Machine Shop Supervisor role at Kansas City Engineering Zone (KCEZ) and an internship at NASA's Kennedy Space Center.
Education and Expertise
Chris Wolfe earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, he obtained a Certificate in Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist from Eastern Florida State College from 2017 to 2018. Wolfe possesses comprehensive expertise in design and development processes, including research, prototyping, preliminary design review (PDR), critical design review (CDR), and design release. He is also skilled in both traditional machining and additive manufacturing processes.
Achievements
Chris Wolfe has played a critical role in the design and development of the Blue Moon Lunar Lander mechanisms at BLUE ORIGIN. His career demonstrates a consistent focus on space exploration projects and robotics. At UMKC Robotics, Wolfe held various leadership and research roles, contributing extensively to the development of robotic systems. His passion for space exploration is evident through his progressive career path and hands-on experience in the field.