Megan Lewis
About Megan Lewis
Megan Lewis is an Engineer specializing in Flight Ops, Launch, and Safety at Blue Origin and serves as a Naval Submarine Officer in the US Navy Reserves.
Current Employment at Blue Origin
Megan Lewis is currently employed at Blue Origin as an Engineer focusing on Flight Ops, Launch, and Safety. Based in Merritt Island, Florida, she has held this position since 2021. Her role involves critical aspects of operational planning, risk assessment, and ensuring the safety protocols during flight operations. Her experience and expertise in these areas are vital for the successful execution of Blue Origin’s ambitious space missions.
Service in the US Navy Reserves
Megan Lewis serves as a Naval Submarine Officer in the US Navy Reserves, stationed in Orlando, Florida. She has been in this role since 2021. Combining her military experience with her engineering role at Blue Origin, she brings significant operational and risk management expertise to her duties. Her time in the Navy has equipped her with advanced skills in analytics, making her a key player in both her military and civilian roles.
Previous Experience in the Nuclear Field
Before joining Blue Origin, Megan Lewis worked at the Nuclear Power Training Unit in Ballston Spa, NY, from 2016 to 2017 as a student. She also served as a Naval Nuclear Submarine Officer for five years, from 2015 to 2020. These roles provided her with extensive knowledge in nuclear engineering and operations, which are crucial for handling complex technical challenges in her current role. Her background includes rigorous training and hands-on experience with nuclear systems.
Educational Background
Megan Lewis has a strong educational foundation in engineering and mathematics. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics (Honors) from the United States Naval Academy between 2011 and 2015. She furthered her education with a Master's degree in Operations Research from George Mason University in 2015. Additionally, she completed a program at the Nuclear Power School - Naval Nuclear Power Training Command, where she achieved a 3.87 GPA in Nuclear Engineering in 2016.
Internship at the Pentagon
Megan Lewis interned at the Pentagon in Washington D.C. for one month in 2014. This experience allowed her to gain insights into defense operations and government protocols. The internship at such a high-profile and strategic location has contributed to her understanding of large-scale operational planning and the intricacies of national security, further enriching her professional skill set.