Ernie Tonhauser
About Ernie Tonhauser
Ernie Tonhauser is a Technical Project Manager III at BLUE ORIGIN, with extensive experience in project management and systems integration in the aerospace industry.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Ernie Tonhauser currently holds the position of Technical Project Manager III at BLUE ORIGIN. He has been in this role since 2019, based in Merritt Island. In this capacity, he is responsible for developing and managing systems for the New Glenn vehicle's launch site, including mission operations certification, launch, and refurbishment activities. His role also involves serving as project and risk manager for the New Glenn Mission Operations Group, preparing and delivering various engineering and safety board decisions and change requests.
Previous Role at AECOM
Before joining BLUE ORIGIN, Ernie Tonhauser worked at AECOM as the Programs Manager for Environmental, Safety, Health & Quality from 2015 to 2019. He operated out of the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. In this position, he was involved in extensive program management duties, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations and maintaining high standards of health and quality across the projects he handled.
Experience at URS Corporation
From 2008 to 2015, Ernie Tonhauser worked at URS Corporation as the Programs Manager for Quality & Mission Assurance at Kennedy Space Center, Florida. During his tenure, he focused on quality control and mission assurance processes, ensuring that all project outputs met stringent quality standards and operational requirements essential for the successful execution of space missions.
Educational Background
Ernie Tonhauser has an extensive educational background. He earned an MS in Systems Management from the Florida Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2001 to 2003. Additionally, he holds an MBA in Business Administration and Management, achieved from the University of Central Florida between 1994 and 1996. His foundational education includes a BS in Biology and Chemistry from Florida State University, where he studied from 1988 to 1992.
Technical Skills and Tools
Throughout his career, Ernie Tonhauser has utilized a variety of technology platforms essential for his project management and engineering roles. These tools include Windchill, P6, Jules, ITS, Confluence, Workday, Maximo, Rover, and Web Transfer Client. He has effectively integrated multiple maintenance platforms into a single master schedule for managing flight hardware and facility requirements, demonstrating his capability in leveraging technology for complex project management tasks.