John Dixon
About John Dixon
John Dixon is an Engineering Integration Technician II at BLUE ORIGIN, with extensive experience in team leadership and forge operations at Carpenter Technology Corporation. He holds degrees in Business Administration, Design Drafting Technology, and Aerospace Technology.
Title
John Dixon holds the position of Engineering Integration Technician II at BLUE ORIGIN. He has been in this role since 2021, based in the United States. His responsibilities include the integration and heat treating of parts for the New Shepard and New Glenn launch vehicles.
Professional Background
John Dixons's previous experience includes working at Carpenter Technology Corporation from 2013 to 2021. He held multiple roles, starting as a Furnace Operator from 2013 to 2015, then moving to Forge Operator from 2015 to 2016, and finally advancing to Team Lead/Forge Operator from 2016 to 2021 in Athens, Alabama. His work experience has provided him with extensive knowledge in metallurgy and the operation of industrial lifting equipment.
Education and Expertise
John studied Business Administration and Management at Athens State University from 2020 to 2022. He also holds two Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.) degrees from John C Calhoun State Community College in Aerospace Technology and Design Drafting Technology. Additionally, he has completed coursework in Additive Manufacturing and Metallurgy to further his expertise in the field.
Training and Skill Development
Throughout his career, John has completed advanced courses in Metallurgy, which have significantly enhanced his knowledge of the materials used in BLUE ORIGIN's New Shepard and New Glenn launch vehicles. This technical knowledge ensures the optimal performance and safety of these aerospace components.
Focus on Workplace Safety
A prominent aspect of John's professional focus is ensuring team safety in the workplace. His role requires meticulous adherence to safety protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and ensure a secure working environment for all team members involved in the integration and heat treating processes.