Ashley Pfefferkorn
About Ashley Pfefferkorn
Ashley Pfefferkorn is a Program Manager with extensive experience in aerospace and defense, currently working at Redwire Space since 2021. She has held various engineering and management roles at companies such as Honeybee Robotics and Orbital Sciences Corporation, and she holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Systems Engineering.
Work at Redwire
Ashley Pfefferkorn has been serving as a Program Manager at Redwire Space since 2021. In this role, she oversees various projects and initiatives within the organization, contributing to the company's objectives in the aerospace sector. Her experience in program management is instrumental in driving project success and ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
Previous Experience in Aerospace and Defense
Prior to her current role, Ashley Pfefferkorn worked at Honeybee Robotics as a Program Manager from 2017 to 2021. She also held the position of Product Development Manager at Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company from 2015 to 2017. Her career began at Orbital Sciences Corporation, where she served as a Senior Engineer for eight years, contributing to significant projects in the aerospace field.
Education and Expertise
Ashley Pfefferkorn earned her Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Rice University, completing her studies from 2002 to 2006. She later pursued a Master of Science in Systems Engineering at The George Washington University, graduating in 2011. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her roles in engineering and program management.
Career Progression in Engineering
Ashley Pfefferkorn's engineering career includes various roles that demonstrate her expertise and growth in the field. She began as a Senior Engineer at Orbital Sciences Corporation, where she worked on the Antares Ordnance Team from 2009 to 2014. She transitioned to Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company, where she held multiple positions, including Project Engineer and Program Manager, before moving to Honeybee Robotics.