Matthew Hwee
About Matthew Hwee
Matthew Hwee is a Test Engineer 2 at Blue Origin, specializing in the New Glenn project. He has a background in mechanical engineering and has held various engineering roles at Systima Technologies, Oregon State University, and other organizations.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Matthew Hwee is currently serving as a Test Engineer 2 for the New Glenn project at BLUE ORIGIN, a position he has held since 2022. His role is based in Kent, Washington, United States. BLUE ORIGIN is a prominent aerospace manufacturer and sub-orbital spaceflight services company. In his capacity as a Test Engineer 2, Matthew is involved in testing and validating components and systems for the New Glenn rocket, contributing to the company's ambitious space exploration objectives.
Previous Experience at Systima Technologies, Inc.
Before joining BLUE ORIGIN, Matthew Hwee worked at Systima Technologies, Inc. He held two positions at the company: Development Engineer 2 from 2021 to 2022, and Development Engineer 1 from 2019 to 2020. His work at Systima Technologies involved development and engineering projects in Kirkland, Washington. During his tenure, he gained substantial experience in developing engineering solutions and contributing to various projects.
Academic Background in Mechanical Engineering
Matthew Hwee completed his Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering at Oregon State University from 2012 to 2018. During his studies, he gained comprehensive knowledge and skills in the field of mechanical engineering. His academic training provided him with a solid foundation for his subsequent engineering roles. He also served as a Research Assistant in two separate labs at the university, one focusing on Robotics and Human Controls and the other on Material Science.
Early Career and Internships
Matthew Hwee's early career included several internships and research assistant positions. Notably, he was a Research and Development (R&D) Engineering Intern at Cordis Cardinal Health in Fremont, California for 3 months in 2016. He also interned at the Army Research Laboratory in Adelphi, Maryland as an Undergraduate Research Intern in 2015 for 3 months. These roles allowed him to apply his academic knowledge in real-world engineering and research settings.