Luis C. Alarcon
About Luis C. Alarcon
Luis C. Alarcon is a Sr. Avionics, Instruments & GNC Engineer at Blue Origin with extensive experience in controls engineering and safety systems.
Current Position at Blue Origin
Luis C. Alarcon is currently serving as a Sr. Avionics, Instruments & GNC Engineer at Blue Origin, based in Cape Canaveral, Florida, United States. He began this role in 2021 and continues to contribute to the company's mission. His responsibilities encompass avionics, instruments, and guidance navigation control systems, showcasing his proficiency in aerospace engineering fields.
Previous Roles and Experience
Prior to Blue Origin, Alarcon held several key engineering positions. He worked as a Sr. PLC Safety and Controls Engineer at Syncroness and Blue Origin for six months in 2021. In 2020, he served as a Controls Engineer at Ocado Engineering for five months. From 2017 to 2020, he was a Senior Engineer and Controls Manager at Universal Creative in Orlando, Florida. Earlier in his career, Alarcon spent four years at Rockwell Automation as an Allen Bradley Field Support Engineer / Project Engineer. Additionally, he was the Owner and President of Scrap Recycling International Inc. from 2008 to 2016 in Miami, Florida.
Educational Background
Alarcon has a solid educational foundation in Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering with a minor in Industrial Automation from Tecnológico de Monterrey, where he studied from 2005 to 2010. He further enhanced his qualifications by studying at CSM Rockwell Automation, achieving an EIT certification in Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering in 2013.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Luis C. Alarcon has a comprehensive understanding of industrial networks and is highly skilled in the design, configuration, programming, and commissioning of supervisory control systems with PLC technology. He is proficient in handling Autonomous Mobile Robots and their safety systems, and is well-versed in TUV machine safety requirements, ISO 13849 standards, and risk assessments. His technical expertise also includes creating and reviewing Hazard Analysis for high complexity Safety Control Systems.
Languages and Interpersonal Skills
Fluent in both English and Spanish, Alarcon also possesses conversational skills in French. He is known for his leadership, supervision, organizational, and analytical capabilities. His interpersonal and communication skills are noteworthy, alongside his entrepreneurial experience. These attributes highlight his ability to work efficiently in diverse and dynamic environments, facilitating successful team collaborations and project executions.