Derek Hinspater
About Derek Hinspater
Derek Hinspater is a Principal Aerospace Engineer specializing in System Architecture at BLUE ORIGIN, with extensive experience in propulsion and pneumatic systems analysis.
Current Position at BLUE ORIGIN
Derek Hinspater is currently serving as the Principal Aerospace Engineer, System Architecture at BLUE ORIGIN. A role he has held since 2017, Hinspater is based in Kent, Washington. He brings a wealth of experience in system architecture and aerospace engineering to this position, contributing to pioneering advancements in space exploration.
Previous Experience at United Launch Alliance
Before joining BLUE ORIGIN, Derek Hinspater worked at United Launch Alliance for a decade, from 2007 to 2017. During this time, he served as the Lead Engineer for Delta IV 2nd Stage Propulsion & Fluids. His work in Centennial, Colorado, involved leading projects that were crucial to launch vehicle success, focusing on propulsion and fluid systems.
Career Background at The Boeing Company
Derek Hinspater's career includes a significant tenure at The Boeing Company, where he worked from 1998 to 2007. As a Propulsion & Pneumatics Systems Analysis Engineer based in Huntington Beach, California, Hinspater honed his expertise in propulsion and pneumatic systems, thermodynamics, and cryogenics. His role emphasized system analysis and ensuring the reliability and efficiency of aerospace components.
Educational Background and Degrees
Derek Hinspater holds multiple degrees from the University of Southern California. He achieved a Master of Science (M.S.) in both Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. These educational accomplishments provided a strong foundation for his career in aerospace engineering.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Throughout his career, Derek Hinspater has demonstrated extensive expertise in various technical areas. He is skilled in performing first-principles analyses and utilizing commercial analysis software to facilitate product development. His proficiency spans propulsion and pneumatic systems analysis, thermodynamics, cryogenics, requirements generation and verification, and fluids analysis. Hinspater is also experienced in flight software interfacing, mission analysis, coordination, and logistics. He is well-versed in earned value reporting and aerospace solutions, and known for consistently delivering results with high quality.