Sarah Blyde
About Sarah Blyde
Sarah Blyde is a Project Engineer at Rocket Lab in Auckland, New Zealand, with a background in engineering and commerce. She has held various roles in the aerospace and energy sectors, including positions at Woodside Energy and Northern Sky Research, and she actively participates in STEM outreach initiatives.
Current Role at Rocket Lab
Sarah Blyde currently serves as a Project Engineer at Rocket Lab, a position she has held for three years since 2021 in Auckland, New Zealand. In her role, she is responsible for overseeing various engineering projects, ensuring they align with organizational goals and standards. Her previous experience at Rocket Lab includes a brief tenure as a Manufacturing Systems Engineer in 2021.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Prior to her current role, Sarah Blyde gained diverse engineering experience at several organizations. She worked at Woodside Energy in various capacities, including Graduate Engineer - Subsea and Pipelines, Graduate Reservoir Engineer, and Reservoir Engineer - Greater Enfield. Additionally, she held positions at Northern Sky Research as a Space Market Analyst and at Hyspecs (NZ) as a Hydraulic Engineering Intern.
Education and Academic Achievements
Sarah Blyde graduated with first class honours in both her Bachelor of Engineering and Commerce degrees from the University of Auckland. She furthered her education by obtaining a Masters in Space Studies (Cum Laude) from the International Space University. Additionally, she participated in an exchange program at the University of Connecticut, enhancing her academic experience.
Community Engagement and Volunteering
Sarah Blyde actively participates in STEM outreach activities, aiming to inspire the next generation of engineers and scientists. She also serves as the New Zealand National Point of Contact (NPoC) for the Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC), contributing to professional development and community engagement within the space industry.
Early Career Development
Sarah Blyde began her career with internships, including a role as a Project Engineering Intern at the New Zealand Fire Service and a Petroleum Engineering Intern at Woodside Energy. These early experiences laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in engineering and project management.