Jim Reed
About Jim Reed
Jim Reed is a Production Control Specialist at Blue Origin with extensive experience in aerospace production and supply chain management.
Current Role at Blue Origin
Since 2016, Jim Reed has been working as a Production Control Specialist at Blue Origin in Kent, WA. In this role, he oversees production control processes, ensuring efficient manufacturing and delivery of aerospace parts and assemblies.
Previous Experience at Aerojet Rocketdyne
Jim Reed previously worked at Aerojet Rocketdyne in multiple roles. He was a Senior Supply Chain Specialist for 7 months in 2015-2016 in Redmond, WA. Prior to that, he served as the Senior Manager of Enterprise Requirements Planning from 2013 to 2015. Reed also held the position of Manager Production/Program Planning & Support from 2007 to 2013, and Manager, Scheduling in 2003. His extensive experience in various roles at Aerojet Rocketdyne showcases his versatility and expertise in supply chain management, production planning, and scheduling within the aerospace industry.
Early Career at Primex and General Dynamics
Jim Reed's early career includes significant roles at Primex, General Dynamics, and Aerojet. From 2000 to 2003, he was an Operations Team Leader / Scheduling Lead. Before that, he was a Production Controller at Primex Aerospace from 1997 to 1999. These roles laid the foundation for his deep understanding of production control and scheduling in the aerospace sector.
Education and Academic Background
Jim Reed earned his Bachelor's Degree in Communications, specializing in Broadcast Journalism, from Western Washington University. He studied there from 1989 to 1994. His educational background provided him with strong communication skills, which have been essential in his various professional roles.
Expertise in Aerospace Production
Jim Reed has extensive experience in the production of highly complex satellite rocket engines. He possesses in-depth knowledge of world-class aerospace best practices and processes affecting master scheduling standards. Over his career, he has been directly responsible for the successful production of thousands of rocket engines used in satellites currently orbiting the earth. This extensive expertise has made him a valuable asset in the aerospace industry.