Christopher Johnson
About Christopher Johnson
Christopher Johnson is the Sr. Manager of Mechanical, Materials & Structural Engineering at BLUE ORIGIN, with over two decades of experience in structural analysis and dynamics.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Christopher Johnson currently holds the position of Senior Manager in the Mechanical, Materials & Structural Engineering department at BLUE ORIGIN. Since 2020, he has overseen the structural integrity and performance of various rocket mechanical systems, focusing on components including actuators, auxiliary power units (APUs), and flight control surfaces. His leadership role indicates advanced responsibilities in managing engineering projects and teams.
Previous Experience at BLUE ORIGIN
Prior to his current role, Christopher Johnson served as a Senior Structural Analyst at BLUE ORIGIN from 2018 to 2020. Over these two years, he specialized in the stress and structural analysis of critical rocket hardware, which likely contributed to his promotion to Senior Manager. His work supported the development and launch of space exploration systems.
Career at Endeavor Analysis
From 2014 to 2018, Christopher Johnson worked at Endeavor Analysis as an Analysis Engineer and Head of Dynamics. His four-year tenure involved advanced structural and dynamic analysis, essential for ensuring the reliability and performance of engineering projects. His role at Endeavor Analysis further honed his expertise in this specialized field.
Early Career and Messier-Bugatti-Dowty
Christopher Johnson began his engineering career at Crane Co. as a Design Engineer from 2000 to 2001. He then spent 13 years at Messier-Bugatti-Dowty (2001-2014) in Everett, WA, as a Senior Analysis Engineer. This period was marked by significant experience in structural analysis, laying a strong foundation for his future roles in more complex and high-stakes projects.
Educational Background
Christopher Johnson obtained his Master of Engineering (MEng) in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Manchester, where he studied from 1995 to 1999. This formal education provided him with the foundational engineering knowledge and skills necessary for his subsequent professional achievements in the field of structural engineering.