Jone Chung
About Jone Chung
Jone Chung is a Senior Structural Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN with extensive experience in space vehicle structural engineering and advanced development programs.
Professional Experience at BLUE ORIGIN
Jone Chung has an extensive career at BLUE ORIGIN, initially joining the company in 2007 as a Mechanical Engineer. He held this position until 2011, transitioning to a Senior Mechanical Engineer role which he retained until 2016. Following this, Chung was promoted to Senior Structural Engineer, a position he held from 2016 to 2020. Currently, he continues his role at BLUE ORIGIN in the Greater Seattle Area. His tenure at the company spans over a decade, indicating a deep involvement and significant contributions to various advanced development programs and projects.
Mechanical Engineering Career
Jone Chung’s career in mechanical engineering began at Daimler Chrysler, where he worked as a Design Engineer Intern for three months in 2000. Shortly after, he joined Boeing as a Structures Engineer, holding this position for nearly a year. He then moved to Sunstream Corp for a year-long stint as a Mechanical Engineer, followed by a two-year tenure at Lockheed Martin in Everett, WA, solidifying his experience in the mechanical engineering field before his long-term commitment to BLUE ORIGIN.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Jone Chung obtained his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Washington. He further pursued his education at the same institution, earning a Master of Science (M.S.) in Mechanical Engineering. Both degrees were achieved in 1970, demonstrating a strong academic foundation that propelled his career in the engineering field.
Contributions to Space Vehicle Structural Engineering
As part of his role at BLUE ORIGIN, Jone Chung has participated in advanced development programs, including his contributions to the HLS National Team Blue Moon Lunar Lander project. This experience underscores his expertise in space vehicle structural engineering, showcasing his capabilities in developing and contributing to sophisticated space-related projects.