David Petersen
About David Petersen
David Petersen is a Senior Production/Tooling Engineer at Blue Origin with over 20 years of experience in engineering, specializing in composite tooling and machine design for the aerospace industry.
Company
David Petersen is currently employed at BLUE ORIGIN as a Senior Production/Tooling Engineer. The company specializes in aerospace manufacturing and spaceflight technologies. He has been with BLUE ORIGIN since 2020, contributing his extensive expertise to various engineering projects in Kent, WA.
Title
David Petersen holds the title of Senior Production/Tooling Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN. His role involves overseeing production and tooling processes to support the manufacturing and engineering objectives of the company.
Education and Expertise
David Petersen obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from Washington State University, completing his studies from 1991 to 1995. He has over 20 years of experience in end-to-end engineering processes, with a particular focus on composite tooling and machine design for the aerospace industry.
Professional Background
David Petersen has a diverse professional background spanning various industries. Prior to his current role at BLUE ORIGIN, he worked at Boeing as a Tool and Equipment Design Engineer from 2018 to 2020 in Renton, WA. From 2004 to 2018, he served as an Aviation & Aerospace Tooling/Mechanical Design Engineer at Electroimpact Inc in Mukilteo, WA. Earlier in his career, he was a Product Development Engineer at Brunswick Boat Group and a Mechanical Design Engineer at Kvichak Marine Industries, Inc. David began his career as a Marine Design Engineer at Elliot Bay Design Group.
Engineering Expertise
David Petersen is recognized for his ability to optimize engineering concepts to ensure cost-effective manufacturing while adhering to client standards. He provides on-site oversight of factory installations and operations to confirm proof-of-concept. His expertise encompasses composite tooling and machine design, particularly within the aerospace sector.
Communication Skills
David Petersen is noted for his exceptional communication skills. He is adept at presenting complex technical information to non-technical audiences, making him a valuable asset in multidisciplinary team environments and client interactions.