Robert Sweeny
About Robert Sweeny
Robert Sweeny is the Director of New Glenn Second Stage Avionics at Blue Origin, with extensive experience in avionics and electronics engineering.
Company
Robert Sweeny is currently employed at BLUE ORIGIN, a prominent aerospace manufacturer and spaceflight services company. BLUE ORIGIN is known for its mission to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.
Title
Robert Sweeny holds the position of Director, New Glenn Second Stage Avionics, at BLUE ORIGIN. In his role, he oversees the avionics systems that are integral to the second stage of the New Glenn rocket, a next-generation launch vehicle designed for heavy payloads and durability in space missions.
Education and Expertise
Robert Sweeny earned his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from the Milwaukee School of Engineering, where he studied from 2004 to 2008. His education provided him with foundational expertise in electrical systems and engineering principles crucial for his subsequent roles in avionics and electronics design.
Career Background
Robert Sweeny has an extensive background in engineering, particularly in avionics and electronics design. Previous roles include Sr. Manager, Avionics Engineering, and Avionics Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN from 2014 to 2020. Before joining BLUE ORIGIN, he worked as an Avionics Design Engineer at Scaled Composites from 2012 to 2014, and an Electronics Design Engineer at Crane Cams from 2010 to 2012. His experience also includes positions as Powertrain Electronics Engineer at Erik Buell Racing LLC, and Powertrain Integration Engineer at Buell Motorcycle Company.