Glen Lenk
About Glen Lenk
Glen Lenk is an Integration Engineer at Blue Origin with extensive experience in aerospace and mechanical installations.
Current Position at Blue Origin
Glen Lenk currently serves as an Integration Engineer at Blue Origin. He has been working in this role since 2014. His work is based in West Texas, where he is involved in providing design feedback on test stand systems and test articles. Additionally, Glen actively participates in planning and communicating assembly steps for complex mechanical installations. His role involves working closely with engineers on design concepts, improvements, and developmental tests.
Previous Experience at SpaceX
In 2014, Glen Lenk worked as a Vehicle Integration Technician at Elwood Tradesman (SpaceX) in Cape Canaveral, Florida. During his 5-month tenure, Glen's role focused on vehicle integration, a crucial part of the company's launch operations. His experience at SpaceX added valuable expertise to his professional portfolio, especially in the field of vehicle integration.
Role at Infotech (Pratt & Whitney)
Glen Lenk was employed as an Instrumentation Technician at Infotech (Pratt & Whitney) from 2013 to 2014. During his 8-month stint in West Palm Beach, Florida, Glen's responsibilities included dealing with the instrumentation required for advanced aerospace systems. His role demanded precision and attention to detail, contributing significantly to the development and maintenance of aerospace instrumentation systems.
Long-term Tenure at United Space Alliance
Glen Lenk had an extensive career at United Space Alliance, where he served as a Lead Aerospace Technician from 2007 to 2013. During his 6 years at Cape Canaveral, Florida, he gained tremendous experience in aerospace technology and processes. Prior to this role, Glen was a Sr. Aerospace Technician at a combined entity of United Space Alliance/Lockheed/Morton Thiokol from 1988 to 2007. His 19-year tenure saw him deeply involved in various aspects of aerospace engineering and assembly.
Early Career at Morton Thiokol
Glen Lenk started his professional journey at Morton Thiokol, serving as an Ordinary Seaman from 1987 to 1988. His role in Cape Canaveral, Florida, lasted for 9 months and laid the foundation for his future roles in aerospace engineering and technology.
Educational Background
Glen Lenk completed his high school education at Merritt Island High School, where he studied General Studies and earned his diploma between 1982 and 1985. This foundational education set the stage for his long and diverse career in aerospace engineering.
Expertise and Skills
Glen Lenk has extensive expertise in safely handling hazardous chemicals and high-pressure systems, including cryogenics. He is adept at providing design feedback on test stand systems and test articles, and his skills extend to planning and communicating complex mechanical installation steps. Furthermore, Glen has experience in collaborating with engineers on design concepts, improvements, and conducting developmental tests.