Ward Lyman
About Ward Lyman
Ward Lyman is a Senior Metallurgical Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN with extensive experience in metallurgical issues related to rocket engine systems.
Company
Ward Lyman currently works at BLUE ORIGIN as a Senior Metallurgical Engineer in Kent, Washington, United States. He began his tenure at the company in 2020, where he leads significant metallurgical development activities. His primary responsibilities include addressing process-related issues for nickel and aluminum alloy rocket engine castings and resolving quality concerns for rocket engine qualification. Lyman frequently collaborates with foundries to ensure optimal quality and process standards.
Title
As a Senior Metallurgical Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN, Ward Lyman has substantial responsibilities that involve overseeing metallurgical issues related to rocket engine systems. He ensures precise material selection and comprehensive testing for advanced metallurgical processes used in aerospace and defense systems, showcasing his specialized expertise in metallurgy.
Education and Expertise
Ward Lyman has a robust educational background in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Arizona. He earned his Master’s degree in the field between 1999 and 2002, following his Bachelor of Science degree obtained from 1994 to 1999. His academic foundation has directly contributed to his extensive knowledge and expertise in metallurgy, especially regarding aerospace and defense applications.
Professional Background
Before joining BLUE ORIGIN, Ward Lyman spent 14 years as a Senior Principal Metallurgical Engineer at Raytheon in Tucson, Arizona Area. Prior to that, he worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Arizona for 6 years. Lyman also served on the USS Michigan Trident Submarine (Gold Crew) as a Navigation Electronics Technician from 1988 to 1993. These roles provided him with diverse experience and skill sets crucial to his current position.
Achievements
Ward Lyman has demonstrated significant expertise in resolving metallurgical issues specifically related to rocket engine systems. He leads the metallurgical development and processes for nickel and aluminum alloy rocket engine castings. His role also involves regular interfacing with foundries for quality and process improvements and collaborating with university partnerships and various stakeholders in the aerospace and defense sectors.