D. Jordan Walser
About D. Jordan Walser
D. Jordan Walser is an Engineer specializing in manufacturing and process engineering at BLUE ORIGIN, with extensive experience in friction welding technologies and aerospace manufacturing processes.
Current Position at BLUE ORIGIN
D. Jordan Walser currently holds the position of Engineer - Mfg./Process/Industrial II at Blue Origin. He has been in this role since 2022. Based in Huntsville, Alabama, Walser's responsibilities at Blue Origin encompass manufacturing and process engineering within the aerospace sector. His role involves working on advanced engineering projects to contribute to Blue Origin's mission of enabling a future where millions of people live and work in space.
Previous Role at United Launch Alliance (ULA)
From 2019 to 2022, D. Jordan Walser served as a Material & Process Engineer - RS 2 at United Launch Alliance (ULA) in Decatur, Alabama. During his tenure at ULA, he was involved in the development and implementation of various materials and processes crucial for aerospace engineering. His work significantly contributed to the company's launch vehicle production, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of the space launch systems.
Experience at Manufacturing Technology, INC. (MTI)
D. Jordan Walser worked as a Friction Welding Engineer at Manufacturing Technology, INC. (MTI) from 2014 to 2019 in South Bend, Indiana. In this role, he specialized in multiple friction welding technologies such as Inertia Rotary Friction Welding, Direct Drive Rotary Friction Welding, Friction Stir Welding, and Friction Plug Welding. His work at MTI involved advanced welding techniques essential for aerospace manufacturing processes.
Academic Background and Research at BYU
D. Jordan Walser holds both a Master's and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Brigham Young University (BYU). He completed his Master's degree between 2011 and 2014, preceded by his Bachelor's degree from 2006 to 2010. During his time at BYU, he served as a Research Assistant in the Department of Mechanical Engineering from 2010 to 2014, where he gained valuable experience in mechanical and welding engineering research.
Specialization in Friction Welding Technologies
D. Jordan Walser specializes in various friction welding technologies, including Inertia Rotary Friction Welding, Direct Drive Rotary Friction Welding, Friction Stir Welding, and Friction Plug Welding. His extensive experience in welding process engineering, particularly in the aerospace industry, has made him a valuable asset in his field. Walser's expertise encompasses the development and application of advanced welding techniques vital for aerospace manufacturing.