Rachel Ormsby
About Rachel Ormsby
Rachel Ormsby is a Senior Program Manager and Project Manager at Redwire Space, with a background in aerospace and mechanical engineering. She has over three decades of experience in various engineering roles, including positions at the US Army, Lockheed Martin, and NASA.
Current Role at Redwire Space
Rachel Ormsby serves as a Senior Program Manager and Project Manager at Redwire Space. She has held this position since 2023, contributing her expertise in program management within the aerospace sector. Her role involves overseeing various projects and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Rachel's background in engineering and project management supports her ability to lead complex initiatives effectively.
Previous Experience at Redwire Space
Before her current role, Rachel Ormsby worked as a Mechanical Engineering Manager at Redwire Space from 2021 to 2023. During her tenure, she managed engineering teams and projects, focusing on mechanical systems relevant to space applications. Her leadership contributed to the advancement of engineering solutions within the company.
Career Background in Aerospace Engineering
Rachel Ormsby has extensive experience in aerospace engineering, having worked in various capacities since the early 1980s. She began her career as a Computer Programmer at the US Army Natick Soldier Research, Development, and Engineering Center from 1981 to 1986. She later held positions as a Thermal Engineer at Lockheed Martin and a Systems Engineer at Sverdrup Corp, where she worked on projects for NASA.
Educational Background in Engineering
Rachel Ormsby holds a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Boston University, completed between 1983 and 1987. She furthered her education with two Master of Science degrees, one in Astronautics from The George Washington University (1987-1989) and another in Mechanical Engineering from Old Dominion University (1991-1997). This educational foundation supports her extensive career in aerospace and mechanical engineering.
Research and Interests in Microgravity
Rachel Ormsby has a strong interest in supporting scientists and investigators in achieving their research objectives in microgravity environments aboard space stations. Her participation in the Joint Institute for Advancement of Flight Sciences (JIAFS) Program at NASA Langley Research Center highlights her commitment to advancing scientific research in aerospace applications.