Joshua Messick
About Joshua Messick
Joshua Messick is the Senior Manager of Production Control at Blue Origin, with extensive experience in supply chain management and production roles at Raytheon and Lockheed Martin.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Joshua Messick serves as the Senior Manager Production Control at BLUE ORIGIN since 2020. Based in Huntsville, Alabama, he successfully coordinates activities across four different sites to achieve production goals. His responsibilities include starting new engine builds, testing assets, and supporting the development of the New Glenn rocket, BE4, and BE3U rocket engines.
Previous Experience at Raytheon
Joshua Messick worked at Raytheon from 2017 to 2020 as Lead Material Program Manager. Located in the Huntsville, Alabama Area, he was responsible for overseeing material program management, applying his expertise to ensure the efficient handling of materials required for various projects over a three-year tenure.
Roles at Lockheed Martin
At Lockheed Martin, Joshua Messick held multiple positions. From 2004 to 2007 as Value Engineer Associate, and from 2007 to 2009 as Value Engineer in Marietta, GA. He then advanced to Value Engineer Sr from 2009 to 2012, followed by Subcontracts Proposal Manager from 2012 to 2017, all in Huntsville, Alabama Area. His tenure included responsibilities in value engineering and subcontracts proposal management, contributing to efficiency and cost reductions.
Educational Background
Joshua Messick completed his M.B.A. in Supply Chain Management from Emory University - Goizueta Business School between 2010 and 2012. Prior to that, he earned a B.A. in Business Management from Troy University, studying there from 2001 to 2004. His educational background has equipped him with extensive knowledge and skills in business management and supply chain management.
Key Contributions at BLUE ORIGIN
Notably, Joshua Messick has successfully recruited, hired, trained, and developed three new departments at BLUE ORIGIN—Production Control, Master Scheduling, and Material Handling. These departments, with 27 direct reports, manage over $200 million in materials annually. His strategic thinking and problem-solving skills enable him to thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring the success of his teams and projects.