Christopher Beatty, Pmp
About Christopher Beatty, Pmp
Christopher Beatty serves as the Chief Operations Officer of the Fusion and Fission Energy and Science Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He has extensive experience in the aviation and aerospace industry, along with a strong educational background in physics from several institutions.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Christopher Beatty serves as the Chief Operations Officer of the Fusion and Fission Energy and Science Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to advancements in energy and science. His role involves overseeing operations within the directorate, ensuring efficient project management and alignment with organizational goals.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Beatty has an extensive educational background in physics. He studied at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Physics from 1993 to 1996. He then obtained a Master of Science in Physics from Clark Atlanta University from 1996 to 1998. Additionally, he graduated from the University of Tennessee Space Institute, further enhancing his credentials in engineering and technology.
Professional Experience at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Before becoming Chief Operations Officer, Christopher Beatty worked as Sr. Mission Support Staff at Oak Ridge National Laboratory from 2019 to 2021. He also held the position of Systems Engineer for the Electron Cyclotron Heating & Current Drive Transmission Line since 2017. His roles at the laboratory have focused on systems engineering and operational support.
Previous Roles in Engineering and Science
Christopher Beatty has a diverse professional history in engineering and science. He worked at TYBRIN Corporation as a Range Safety Engineer/Staff Scientist from 2003 to 2007. He also served as a Sr. Systems Engineer at Jacobs from 2007 to 2011 and as a Team Lead/Manager during his tenure there. His experience spans various aspects of systems engineering, risk management, and quality assurance.
Involvement with Professional Organizations
Christopher Beatty contributed to the National Society of Black Engineers as the Region III Programs Chair from 2007 to 2008. His involvement in this organization reflects his commitment to fostering diversity and support within the engineering community.