Ronald Ungewitter
About Ronald Ungewitter
Ronald Ungewitter is the Manager of Engine Aero / Thermo Analysis at BLUE ORIGIN, with over 20 years of experience in fluid dynamic analysis and expertise in propulsion and chemical modeling.
Current Position at BLUE ORIGIN
Ronald Ungewitter currently holds the position of Manager, Engine Aero / Thermo Analysis at BLUE ORIGIN. Since 2017, he has been leading a team responsible for developing process and capability improvements in engine development and testing. His role involves integrating combustion Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modeling into the design process to support new programs and concepts. He ensures the effective use of CFD to enhance the efficiency and reliability of engine systems.
Previous Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Before becoming the Manager, Engine Aero / Thermo Analysis, Ronald Ungewitter served as a Senior Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN starting in 2012. In this role, he contributed significantly to various engineering projects at the company's Kent, WA location. His work focused on supporting the design and analysis of engine systems, employing his expertise in fluid dynamics, propulsion, and chemical modeling.
Experience at Combustion Research and Flow Technology
Ronald Ungewitter worked as a Senior Research Engineer at Combustion Research and Flow Technology from 1999 to 2012. During his 13-year tenure, he gained extensive experience in fluid dynamic analysis using computational fluid dynamics (CFD). His responsibilities included applied CFD analysis, grid generation, solver application, and combustion modeling. He developed a strong foundation in the field, dealing with various flow regimes from incompressible to hypersonic flows.
Background at Rocketdyne
From 1989 to 1998, Ronald Ungewitter served as a Member of Technical Staff at Rocketdyne in Canoga Park, CA. Over his 9-year career at Rocketdyne, he honed his skills in liquid rocket engine design and testing. His work focused on propulsion and chemical modeling, contributing to the advancement of rocket engine technologies.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Ronald Ungewitter holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME) from Penn State University, where he studied from 1987 to 1989. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from the University at Buffalo, completing his degree between 1982 and 1986. His strong educational foundation in mechanical engineering has supported his extensive career in CFD and propulsion systems.