Manuel Rivas, Ph.D.
About Manuel Rivas, Ph.D.
Manuel Rivas, Ph.D., is the Radiation Effects Technical Program Manager at BLUE ORIGIN, with extensive experience in radiation testing analysis and materials optimization.
Title
Manuel Rivas, Ph.D., serves as the Radiation Effects Technical Program Manager at BLUE ORIGIN, a position he has held since 2021. He also fulfills the role of Radiation Effects Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN in Kent, Washington, starting from 2018.
Professional Background
Prior to his current roles at BLUE ORIGIN, Manuel Rivas worked at NASA as a NASA CT Space Grant Fellow in 2015. He also served as a Materials Engineer at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory from 2015 to 2018 in Adelphi. Earlier in his career, Rivas was a NSF B2D Fellow at the National Science Foundation from 2013 to 2015 and a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Connecticut from 2012 to 2015. His experience also includes being a Plant Engineer for South Texas Artisan Cheese from 2010 to 2012 and a Research Assistant at the University of Texas - Pan American from 2009 to 2012. Additionally, he served as a U.S. Marine from 2006 to 2008.
Educational Background
Manuel Rivas earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Connecticut, where he studied from 2012 to 2018. He also holds a Master of Science in Material Science and Engineering from the same institution. Earlier, he achieved a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Physics from The University of Texas-Pan American, where he studied from 2003 to 2009.
Expertise in Radiation Testing
Manuel Rivas specializes in radiation testing analysis and materials optimization in cleanroom environments, particularly types 10 and 100. His capabilities extend to managing multifaceted initiatives and directing complex projects. He has a solid ability to work in diverse engineering environments, conducting essential assignments that involve detailed research and comprehensive analysis.
Roles and Responsibilities
At BLUE ORIGIN, Manuel Rivas manages radiation effects as a technical program leader, a role that includes overseeing various critical projects and ensuring accurate testing and analysis. As a Radiation Effects Engineer, his responsibilities involve coordinating multiple aspects of radiation effects engineering in a dynamic, high-tech environment in Kent, Washington.