Matthew L.
About Matthew L.
Matthew L. is the Senior Manager of New Shepard Operations and Maintenance Training at Blue Origin, with extensive experience in training and engineering roles across various organizations.
Title at BLUE ORIGIN
Matthew L. currently holds the position of Senior Manager for New Shepard Operations and Maintenance Training at BLUE ORIGIN. He has been in this role since 2022, based in Kent, WA. His responsibilities likely involve overseeing the training programs and operational strategies for the New Shepard rocket, ensuring that maintenance and operations teams are well-prepared and proficient.
Previous Roles at BLUE ORIGIN
Matthew L. has served in multiple roles at BLUE ORIGIN before becoming the Senior Manager. He was the Operations Training Manager for a brief period in 2022 and the Senior Training Manager (Interim) for New Shepard Operations & Maintenance from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, he worked as a Training Operations Engineer from 2020 to 2022. These roles suggest extensive experience in training and multiple aspects of rocket operations and maintenance.
Experience at Naval Nuclear Laboratory
Matthew L. was employed at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory (BMPC) for several years, where he held the position of Supervisor In-hull Training from 2017 to 2020. Prior to that, he was the Principal Reactor Operations and Refueling Engineer from 2011 to 2017. His time at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory indicates significant expertise in nuclear operations and engineering training.
Academic Background
Matthew L. attended Penn State University, where he earned a Master of Science (MS) degree between 2008 and 2010. He also attained his Bachelor of Science (BS) from Penn State University, studying from 2004 to 2008. His academic background provides a strong foundation in science and engineering, which has underpinned his professional career.
Early Career and Internships
Early in his career, Matthew L. held various roles in academia and industry. He worked as a Graduate Teaching/Research Assistant at Penn State University from 2008 to 2011 and as an Undergraduate Research Assistant from 2007 to 2008. Additionally, he held multiple internships at Alliant Tech Systems Inc. in different capacities during 2006, 2007, and 2008, gaining valuable industry experience in project engineering.