Christopher Tanner
About Christopher Tanner
Christopher Tanner is a Senior Aerospace Systems Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN with extensive experience in aerospace engineering, including previous roles at Jet Propulsion Laboratory and NASA centers.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Christopher Tanner currently serves as a Senior Aerospace Systems Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN, located in Kent, Washington, United States. Since joining in 2021, he has been contributing his extensive experience in aerospace engineering to the company’s projects.
Previous Experience at Jet Propulsion Laboratory
From 2012 to 2021, Christopher Tanner worked at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, CA, as a Mechanical Engineer III. During his nine-year tenure, he applied his skills in computational fluid dynamic analysis and multi-disciplinary design to various aerospace projects.
Internships and Early Career
Christopher Tanner began his career with several internships and short-term positions at various NASA centers and The Aerospace Corporation. Notably, he worked as a Summer Intern at NASA Ames Research Center in 2010, a Research Engineer at NASA Langley Research Center in 2009, and an intern at the same center in 2008. He also held interim roles at The Aerospace Corporation from 2005 to 2007 and was a Cooperative Education Student at NASA Johnson Space Center from 2002 to 2004.
Educational Background in Aerospace Engineering
Christopher Tanner has a robust academic background in Aerospace Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology. He earned his Ph.D. from 2007 to 2012, his M.S. from 2005 to 2007, and his B.S. from 2001 to 2005. His education provided a strong foundation in areas essential for his career, including computational fluid dynamic analysis and multi-disciplinary design.
Expertise in Parachute Systems and Softgoods
Christopher Tanner holds specialized expertise in parachute systems and softgoods, which are critical components in aerospace applications. His deep understanding of these areas allows him to contribute effectively to projects requiring reliable and optimized aerospace solutions.