Connor Deines
About Connor Deines
Connor Deines is the Lead Integration Engineering Technician Sr. at Blue Origin, with extensive experience as a UH-60 Blackhawk Mechanic and Crew Chief in the US Army.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Connor Deines is the Lead Integration Engineering Technician Sr. at BLUE ORIGIN. He took on this role in 2024 and is based in Huntsville, Alabama. In his current position, he plays a crucial role in supporting the development and testing of reusable rockets and spacecraft, applying his mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Previous Positions at BLUE ORIGIN
Before becoming the Lead Integration Engineering Technician Sr., Connor Deines worked at BLUE ORIGIN as a Lead Integration Engineering Technician III from 2022 to 2024. During this period, he accumulated valuable experience in the field, furthering his technical capabilities in Huntsville, Alabama.
Industry Experience
Connor Deines has extensive experience in various engineering and technical roles. He served as an Aircraft Mechanic at Science and Engineering Services, LLC in Huntsville, Alabama from 2021 to 2022. Prior to that, he gained financial skills as a Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual in Lincoln, NE from 2020 to 2021. He also served briefly as a Unit Caseworker for the Department of Corrections in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Military Background
Connor has a robust military background, having served as a UH60 Blackhawk Mechanic at Army Aviation Support Facility #1 LNK in Lincoln, Nebraska from 2015 to 2020. He also was a UH-60 Blackhawk Mechanic & Crew Chief in the U.S. Army from 2013 to 2023. His military and strategic leadership skills are complemented by his academic achievements from the US Army Basic Leaders Course.
Educational Background
Connor Deines earned a Bachelor's degree in Criminology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. Additionally, he attended ACI Learning in 2022 to study Information Technology and completed various certifications, including ITIL Foundation and FLIR Operator, to enhance his technical expertise.
Volunteer Work
Connor actively volunteers for charities such as Mustaches for Kids and The Wounded Warrior Project. His ongoing commitment to philanthropy reflects his dedication to giving back to the community and supporting meaningful causes.