Alexandra Heinen
About Alexandra Heinen
Alexandra Heinen is a Configuration Management Engineer at Rocket Lab, where she focuses on improving engineering change processes. She has a diverse background in engineering roles across various companies, including experience in aircraft mechanics and design engineering.
Work at Rocket Lab
Alexandra Heinen currently serves as a Configuration Management Engineer at Rocket Lab, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she manages the Vehicle Bill of Materials (BOM) and oversees its release, ensuring minimal disruption to production lines. She coordinates engineering changes and projects, facilitating effective task execution across various teams. Her focus includes continuous improvement of engineering change processes and business solutions within the organization.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current role, Alexandra worked as a Manufacturing Engineer at Rocket Lab from 2018 to 2020. She has also held positions at AIM Altitude as a Design Engineer from 2014 to 2017, and at the European Space Agency (ESA) as a Management Process Review specialist from 2017 to 2018. Her early career included roles as an Aircraft Mechanic at Lufthansa Technik in 2010 and as a Residential Assistant at The University of Auckland in 2012.
Education and Expertise
Alexandra Heinen earned her Master’s Degree in Engineering/Industrial Management from the University of Auckland, completing her studies from 2012 to 2013. She also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering from the same institution, which she obtained between 2009 and 2012. Additionally, she completed the International Baccalaureate at Brent International School Manila, focusing on Math, Physics, Chemistry, and IT.
Skills in Data Management
Alexandra possesses expertise in master data management within both Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. She collaborates closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Production teams to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes.