Douglas Chua
About Douglas Chua
Douglas Chua is the Ground Support Equipment Manager at Blue Origin, with a diverse background in aerospace and real estate industries.
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Douglas Chua currently holds the position of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Manager at BLUE ORIGIN. His responsibilities revolve around managing the Ground Support Equipment for the New Shepard, a suborbital spaceflight system designed for space tourism. This role leverages his engineering expertise and leadership skills to oversee the operations and maintenance of critical space launch systems.
Career at BLUE ORIGIN
Since 2021, Douglas Chua has been serving as the Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Manager at BLUE ORIGIN in Kent, Washington. His role involves managing the Ground Support Equipment for the New Shepard, which is part of Blue Origin's initiatives in space tourism. His work requires high technical competency and strong leadership qualities, crucial for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of space launch operations.
Experience at Boeing
Douglas Chua worked at Boeing in two distinct roles. From 2018 to 2021, he served as the BDS Support Equipment Technical Program Lead in Tukwila, Washington. Prior to that, he was a Cost Control Engineer from 2011 to 2017 in Bothell, Washington. His tenure at Boeing allowed him to develop a solid foundation in technical program management and cost control in the aerospace industry.
Real Estate Ventures
In addition to his aerospace career, Douglas Chua has been active in the real estate sector. He is the founder of PM101 Real Estate, based in Renton, WA. Additionally, he worked as a Real Estate Broker with Skyline Properties Inc. from 2017 to 2018. His involvement in real estate showcases his diverse skill set and entrepreneurial spirit.
Education and Expertise
Douglas Chua earned a Bachelor's degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Washington. Further enhancing his skills, he completed a Project Management certification from University of Washington Professional and Continuing Education in 2014. His educational background in civil engineering is key to his proficiency in managing complex engineering projects, a critical aspect of his role at BLUE ORIGIN.