Logan Schafer
About Logan Schafer
Logan Schafer is a Propulsion Engineer specializing in Turbomachinery at BLUE ORIGIN and a Specialist in Component Design Engineering at Rolls-Royce.
Education and Expertise
Logan Schafer studied Mechanical Engineering at Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) from 2006 to 2009. He has developed expertise in propulsion engineering, turbomachinery, component design, and mechanical design engineering, honed through extensive work across multiple companies and international assignments.
Current Roles at BLUE ORIGIN and Rolls-Royce
Logan Schafer is currently employed as a Propulsion Engineer focusing on Turbomachinery at BLUE ORIGIN in Huntsville, Alabama. He also holds a specialist position in Component Design Engineering for Structures & Transmissions at Rolls-Royce in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Professional Experience at Aero Gearbox International
Logan Schafer worked at Aero Gearbox International as a Gearbox Design Engineer from 2019 to 2021 in Colombes, France. In this role, he contributed to the design and development of gearbox components for various engine platforms.
Extensive Career at Rolls-Royce
Logan Schafer has a long history with Rolls-Royce, having held multiple roles over the years. He worked as a Design Engineer in Structures and Transmission from 2015 to 2021, Installations and Controls (Control Units) from 2014 to 2015, and Pneumatics from 2012 to 2013. He also served in an international assignment as a Mechanical Design Engineer in Derby, UK from 2013 to 2014.
Diverse Engineering Roles
Starting as a Design Engineer at Belcan Engineering focusing on Combustion and Casings from 2010 to 2011, Logan Schafer has held various engineering positions. Early in his career, he engaged in student research at IUPUI and worked as a Safety Instructor and Shift Manager at Climb Time Towers.
International Experience and Collaboration
Logan Schafer has lived and worked in the UK and France through his international assignments. He has traveled extensively for work and collaborated with teams in multiple countries, including Canada, Poland, Switzerland, the UK, and across the USA.
Interests Outside Work
Outside his professional life, Logan Schafer has a strong interest in rock climbing, music, and traveling. These hobbies complement his extensive career in engineering by providing a balanced lifestyle.