James Whiteland
About James Whiteland
James Whiteland is the Sr. Director of New Glenn Program Management at Blue Origin, with extensive experience in engineering and leadership roles across multiple companies.
Company
James Whiteland is currently employed at BLUE ORIGIN as the Sr. Director of New Glenn Program Management. He joined the company in 2019 and has been working in various leadership roles within the organization. His current role involves overseeing the New Glenn Program, a next-generation, heavy-lift launch vehicle.
Title
James Whiteland holds the title of Sr. Director, New Glenn Program Management at BLUE ORIGIN. In this capacity, he is responsible for guiding the strategic direction and operational execution of the New Glenn Program, ensuring alignment with the company's long-term goals and objectives.
Education and Expertise
James studied at Baylor University, where he achieved a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering, from 1999 to 2004. He has amassed extensive experience in managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with suppliers to enhance customer support. His skills in communication and problem-solving have been pivotal in leading numerous engineering projects.
Professional Background
James Whiteland has a diverse professional background with roles in prominent companies. Before his current role at BLUE ORIGIN, he served as Sr. Manager at NORDAM, where he focused on Nacelle and Thrust Reverser Design and Integration. Prior to that, he held various roles at Boeing, including Manager of Systems Engineering and Lead Engineer for 777X Propulsion Integration. His early career included positions at CB&I as an Instrumentation and Control Systems Engineer.
Career Achievements
Throughout his career, James has demonstrated a proven track record of developing talented teams within engineering management roles. His expertise in engineering projects and leadership has contributed to significant advancements in each organization he has been part of. His tenure at Boeing, for example, included various leadership development programs and critical roles in propulsion integration and systems engineering.