David Whaley
About David Whaley
David Whaley is a Launch Facilities Development Mechanical Engineer II at BLUE ORIGIN, working at Cape Canaveral, Florida. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Engineering and a minor in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Texas at Arlington.
Company Profile: BLUE ORIGIN
David Whaley currently works at BLUE ORIGIN as a Launch Facilities Development Mechanical Engineer II. He has been with the company since 2021 and operates at the Cape Canaveral, Florida location. His role entails working on launch facilities, with a particular focus on the development and engineering aspects of these structures. BLUE ORIGIN is a prominent player in the aerospace industry, focusing on the development of advanced spaceflight technologies.
Previous Experience at Jacobs
Before joining BLUE ORIGIN, David Whaley worked as a Liquid Hydrogen Mechanical Engineer I at Jacobs from 2019 to 2021. His tenure at Jacobs, which lasted 2 years, involved significant responsibilities related to the handling and engineering of cryogenic propellants, specifically liquid hydrogen, at the Kennedy Space Center. Jacobs is known for providing technical and scientific expertise to government and industry clients in various sectors.
Background in CAD Drafting at Insight Global and Interlake Mecalux, Inc.
David Whaley has extensive experience in CAD drafting, having worked for Insight Global and Interlake Mecalux, Inc. His tenure at Insight Global was from 2018 to 2019, lasting 1 year. He also worked briefly at Interlake Mecalux, Inc. for 3 months in 2017. At both companies, David utilized his CAD drafting skills to support engineering and design projects, contributing to the generation of detailed technical drawings and plans.
Educational Background in Aerospace Engineering
David Whaley earned his Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Engineering from The University of Texas at Arlington, where he studied from 2010 to 2016. Additionally, he holds a minor in Mechanical Engineering. His academic background provides a strong foundation in the principles of aerospace and mechanical engineering, contributing significantly to his professional roles in the aerospace industry.
Early Career and Internships
David Whaley began his career with various roles that helped build his engineering expertise. He worked at Cw Aerotech Services as an Engineering Intern from 2014 to 2015 in North Richland Hills, Texas. He also gained experience as an Aerodynamic Research Center Lab Assistant at The University of Texas at Arlington from 2009 to 2010. These early roles provided him with hands-on experience in engineering practices and research methodologies pertinent to his subsequent professional endeavors.