Jay Amburgey, Pmp, Cmrp
About Jay Amburgey, Pmp, Cmrp
Jay Amburgey is the Director of Launch Facilities Development Transportation and Handling at Blue Origin, with extensive experience in managing ground support equipment systems.
Company
Jay Amburgey is currently employed at Blue Origin, where he serves as the Director of Launch Facilities Development, Transportation, and Handling. Since 2020, he has been working at the company's Merritt Island, FL location. Blue Origin is known for its innovative space technologies and missions, and Jay plays a crucial role in the development of their launch facilities.
Title
Jay holds the position of Director of Launch Facilities Development, Transportation, and Handling at Blue Origin. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the design and development of transport systems and ground support equipment essential for Blue Origin’s operations.
Educational Background
Jay holds multiple degrees and certifications. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Kentucky (1984-1988). He went on to achieve a Master of Business Administration from Florida Institute of Technology (1991-1994). Additionally, Jay has obtained Master's Certificates in Project Management (1999-2003) and Program Management (2015-2019) from The George Washington University.
Professional Background
Jay has amassed extensive experience across various roles in multiple organizations. His tenure at Blue Origin began in 2020, where he currently directs the development of launch facilities. Prior to that, he was the Deputy Director of Engineering and Ground Systems Support at Jacobs from 2017 to 2020. Jay also held significant positions at Ascentech Enterprises Inc., ASRC Federal, Attorneys' Title Insurance Fund Inc., and The Boeing Company. His career has consistently focused on project management, engineering, and technology.
Expertise in Ground Support Equipment
At Blue Origin, Jay is responsible for leading a cross-functional team that integrates various systems including mechanical, hydraulic, propellant, pneumatic, electrical, controls, and software for ground support equipment. His work ensures the successful activations, verifications, and system hand-offs required for operational readiness. Jay's role demands meticulous attention to cost, schedule, and technical performance, critical components for meeting Blue Origin's launch capability dates and commitments.