David Helderman
About David Helderman
David Helderman is the Director of Alabama Test Operations at BLUE ORIGIN, overseeing the Test Stand 4670 Project in Huntsville, Alabama since 2019.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
David Helderman is currently serving as the Director of Alabama Test Operations at BLUE ORIGIN, a role he has held since 2019. Based in Huntsville, Alabama, he oversees the crucial Test Stand 4670 Project, which plays a significant role in the company's operations. His leadership is central to the development and execution of test operations in the Huntsville facility.
Previous Roles at BLUE ORIGIN
Before his current position, David Helderman held several roles at BLUE ORIGIN. From 2018 to 2019, he served as the Director of Test and Launch Engineering in Kent, WA. Prior to that, he was the Manager of Test and Launch Engineering for four months in 2018, also in Kent, WA. These roles contributed to his extensive experience in test and launch operations within the company.
Academic Background
David Helderman completed his graduate and undergraduate studies at Purdue University. He earned a Master of Science (MS) in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Engineering from 2007 to 2009. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in the same field, which he obtained from 2002 to 2006. His education has been foundational to his career in aerospace engineering.
Early Career and Internships
David Helderman gained early career experience through various roles and internships. From 2006 to 2009, he was a Research Assistant at Purdue University’s Zucrow Labs in West Lafayette, Indiana. In 2005, he interned at Bowen Engineering Corporation in Indianapolis, Indiana. Earlier, in 2004, he worked at Augustus Services in Indianapolis for three months.