Christopher Rossi
About Christopher Rossi
Christopher Rossi is a Propulsion Engineer III specializing in turbomachinery at BLUE ORIGIN, with extensive experience in mechanical and test engineering roles across various companies.
Current Role at Blue Origin
Christopher Rossi has been working as a Propulsion Engineer III, Turbomachinery at Blue Origin since 2021. Based in Kent, Washington, United States, he specializes in the design of centrifugal pumps, including components such as impellers, inducers, volutes, shafts, dynamic seals, bearings, and motor housings. His role involves conducting turbine aerodynamic analysis and engaging in fluid dynamic analysis using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and proprietary software for turbomachine performance evaluation.
Work Experience at Meggitt Defense Systems Inc
From 2017 to 2021, Rossi served as a Mechanical Engineer III at Meggitt Defense Systems Inc in Corona, California. In this capacity, he developed test plans and procedures for various engineering applications and engaged in structural analysis, including static, modal, harmonic, random, and fatigue assessments. His expertise also extended to thermal analysis, particularly in heat transfer for electric motor cooling.
Educational Background
Christopher Rossi earned his Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. His academic training provided a strong foundation in engineering principles, preparing him for his subsequent roles in various engineering fields.
Early Career and Internships
Christopher began his engineering career with internships at ECI Fuel System in Mira Loma, CA, as a Mechanical/Manufacturing Intern in 2010 and at Meggitt Airdynamics as a Test Engineering Intern in 2011. These roles helped him gain practical experience in mechanical and test engineering, setting the stage for his professional growth. He also led the design team at Bronco Motorsports from 2010 to 2011, adding leadership experience to his technical skills.
Experience in Test Engineering and R&D
Rossi's career includes significant experience in test engineering and research & development. He worked as a Test Engineer II at Meggitt Airdynamics Inc from 2016 to 2017 and as a Test Engineer at Meggitt (North Hollywood), Inc from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, he served as an R&D Technical Engineer at Yokohama Tire Corporation from 2013 to 2016. These roles involved conducting qualification testing, including vibration, thermal, EMI, humidity, and salt spray tests, and performing performance testing on fans, pumps, electric motors, and electronics.