Michael Malencia
About Michael Malencia
Michael Malencia is a Tooling Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN with a strong background in mechanical engineering and expertise in advanced engineering software.
Current Position at Blue Origin
Michael Malencia is currently working as a Tooling Engineer at Blue Origin. He joined the aerospace manufacturer and sub-orbital spaceflight services company in 2020. His work focuses on the engineering and design of tools used in the production and manufacturing processes at Blue Origin.
Previous Role at Wilder Systems Robots
Before joining Blue Origin, Michael Malencia served as a Design Lead at Wilder Systems Robots from 2019 to 2020. In this role, he led design initiatives and was responsible for the development and implementation of robotic systems and solutions.
Mechanical Engineering Experience at Electroimpact
Michael worked as a Mechanical Engineer at Electroimpact in the Greater Seattle Area from 2013 to 2018. During his five-year tenure, he gained significant experience in the mechanical engineering field, working on various projects that involved mechanical design and stress analysis.
Early Engineering Internships
Michael began his engineering career with internships at Northrop Grumman Corporation and GAI Consultants, Inc. In 2012, he worked as a Mechanical Space Technology Intern at Northrop Grumman in Baltimore, MD, for two months. The year prior, he completed a three-month internship at GAI Consultants, Inc. in the Greater Pittsburgh Area, which gave him early hands-on experience in the engineering field.
Education in Mechanical Engineering
Michael studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree from 2009 to 2013. His education laid the foundation for his expertise in advanced engineering software such as SolidWorks, Catia, ANSYS, and Matlab. Additionally, he developed skills in stress analysis and mechanical design, particularly within the aviation and aerospace industries.