John V. Riccione
About John V. Riccione
John V. Riccione is a Structural Design Engineer at Blue Origin with a background in mechanical engineering and experience in various aerospace and engineering roles.
Structural Design Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN
Since 2019, John V. Riccione has been working as a Structural Design Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN, based in the Greater Seattle Area. John contributes to crucial projects, including the development of the New Glenn rocket. His role focuses on structural design, ensuring the reliability and effectiveness of aerospace components and systems.
Founder & CEO at Classmate, LLC
From 2017 to 2019, John V. Riccione served as the Founder & CEO of Classmate, LLC in West Lafayette, IN. During his tenure, he oversaw operations and strategic direction, utilizing his entrepreneurial spirit and technical knowledge to drive the company's mission. His leadership helped in laying the groundwork for the company's early development stages.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
John V. Riccione earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University, where he studied from 2013 to 2018. His educational background provided a strong technical foundation, enabling him to transition into various roles in the aerospace and engineering sectors. Prior to attending Purdue, John completed his high school education at Lyons Township High School from 2009 to 2013.
Previous Experience at NASA and ATA Engineering
John V. Riccione has amassed significant experience in aerospace engineering through roles at NASA and ATA Engineering. He interned at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, contributing to the Mars 2020 Rover project, and held a Co-op position at ATA Engineering from 2015 to 2017 in Greater San Diego. These positions allowed him to apply his academic knowledge to practical engineering challenges.
Internships and Research Assistant Roles
In addition to his role at BLUE ORIGIN, John V. Riccione has a diverse portfolio of internships and research assistant positions. He interned at BLUE ORIGIN in 2017, worked as an Engineering Intern at NASA's Office of Communications in 2014, and was an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Purdue University's Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Science Department. These roles provided valuable hands-on experience in various facets of engineering and research.