Andrew Lange
About Andrew Lange
Andrew Lange is a Staff Scientist with a strong background in materials science and engineering, currently working at BLUE ORIGIN as a Team Lead. He has a passion for developing technologies for space exploration and renewable energy, and has significant experience in optical fiber fabrication and compound semiconductors.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Andrew Lange has served as a Staff Scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2016. In this role, he focuses on research and development initiatives that align with the laboratory's mission. His work involves applying his expertise in materials science to contribute to various projects, particularly in the areas of optical fiber fabrication and compound semiconductors.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Since 2022, Andrew Lange has held the position of Materials Scientist/Engineer and Team Lead at BLUE ORIGIN in Los Angeles, California. In this capacity, he leads a team dedicated to developing technologies that support space exploration and renewable energy efforts. His leadership role emphasizes innovation and collaboration within the field of materials science.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Lange's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Physics with Honors from the University of California, Santa Cruz, completed in 2008. He then earned a Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering from Stanford University in 2012. Lange further advanced his studies by obtaining a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of California, Davis in 2016. His academic training has equipped him with strong expertise in epitaxial crystal growth, microstructural characterization, thin films, coatings, and rare-earth silica glass.
Professional Background
Before his current roles, Andrew Lange gained valuable experience in various positions. He worked as Technical Staff at Newfield Wireless / NETSCOUT from 2008 to 2010. He then served as a Device Engineer at Banpil Photonics, Inc. for 11 months in 2011-2012. Additionally, he was a Graduate Student Researcher at the University of California, Davis from 2012 to 2016, where he conducted research that contributed to his expertise in materials science.
Research Interests and Mission-Driven Approach
Andrew Lange is passionate about developing technologies for space exploration and renewable energy. He adopts a mission-driven approach to research and development, focusing on infrastructure improvements. His commitment to advancing these fields reflects his dedication to addressing global challenges through innovative materials science solutions.