Scott Henderson
About Scott Henderson
Scott Henderson is the Vice President of Test and Flight Operations at Blue Origin, with a distinguished career in aerospace and defense, including roles at Raytheon, SpaceX, and the US Air Force.
Vice President, Test and Flight Operations at Blue Origin
Scott Henderson has been serving as Vice President, Test and Flight Operations at Blue Origin since 2014. Based in Seattle, Washington, he oversees the testing and flight operations of Blue Origin's space missions. His leadership is integral to ensuring the successful execution of Blue Origin's ambitious space exploration goals.
Vice President at Raytheon Intelligence and Information Systems
Scott Henderson held the position of Vice President at Raytheon Intelligence and Information Systems from 2012 to 2014. During his tenure in Garland, Texas, he was responsible for overseeing operations and contributing to the development of advanced intelligence solutions.
Director of Launch Integration & Mission Assurance at SpaceX
From 2009 to 2012, Scott Henderson was the Director of Launch Integration & Mission Assurance at SpaceX. Working out of Cape Canaveral, Florida, he played a critical role in ensuring the reliability and safety of SpaceX’s commercial space launch missions. His efforts contributed to the first-ever successful commercial spacecraft mission to orbit the earth and return.
Space Launch Commander at US Air Force
Scott Henderson served as the Space Launch Commander of the 45th Launch Group at the US Air Force from 2006 to 2009. Stationed in Cape Canaveral, Florida, he was responsible for overseeing space launch operations, reinforcing the Air Force’s capabilities in space.
Education and National Defense Fellowship
Scott Henderson holds a BS in Astronautical Engineering from the US Air Force Academy (1982-1985). He earned an MS in Engineering Management from the Florida Institute of Technology (1986-1988) and completed a National Defense Fellowship at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, focusing on Technology and Grand Strategy (2005-2006).
Experience in Satellite Operations and Acquisition Management
Henderson has a robust background in satellite operations and acquisition management. At the 50th Space Wing, he commanded the 2nd Space Operations Squadron, overseeing GPS satellite operations from 2002 to 2004. From 1999 to 2002, he served as a Satellite Acquisition Program Manager at the Space and Missile Systems Center in Los Angeles, California.