Nathan Thomas
About Nathan Thomas
Nathan Thomas is the Principal Systems Engineer, Engines at BLUE ORIGIN, with over 15 years of experience in systems engineering, including roles at Base2 Solutions and Rockwell Collins.
Company
Nathan Thomas is currently employed at BLUE ORIGIN as Principal Systems Engineer, Engines, located in Kent, Washington, United States. He began his role in 2022. BLUE ORIGIN is an established aerospace manufacturer and sub-orbital spaceflight services company known for pioneering innovation within the space industry.
Professional Title and Roles
Nathan Thomas holds the title of Principal Systems Engineer, Engines at BLUE ORIGIN. Previously, he was the Director of Systems Engineering at Base2 Solutions for 9 years, and prior to that, he worked for Rockwell Collins as a Systems Engineer / Sr. Systems Engineer for 8 years. His career spans roles with increasing responsibility, reflecting his extensive experience and expertise in the field of systems engineering.
Educational Background
Nathan studied at Stevens Institute of Technology, where he obtained a Certificate of Special Study in Systems Engineering & Architecting from 2012 to 2013. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering from Iowa State University, graduating in 2007. His educational background firmly supports his expertise in engineering and systems architecture.
Systems Engineering Expertise
Nathan specializes in developing right-sized Systems Engineering policies and processes based on industry standards. He is adept at implementing organization-specific process improvements and evaluating new tools and methodologies within systems engineering. His expertise covers avionics, propulsion, and fuel systems, and he has over 15 years of direct experience in the field.
Professional Achievements and Experience
Nathan Thomas has a proven record of developing vision and strategy, influencing decision makers, negotiating, building consensus, and executing a diverse range of projects. His career includes significant consulting roles where he worked with various organizations and leadership levels over 10 years. He has also developed training programs and led strategic engineering initiatives, showcasing his comprehensive leadership and project management skills.