Andrea P.

Andrea P. is a seasoned aerospace and engineering professional with extensive experience in mission operations, flight operations, and engineering management. Currently serving as a Senior Mission Operations Development Engineer at AST SpaceMobile since July 2021, Andrea previously held the position of Principal Technical Professional at KBR, Inc., focusing on Exploration Vehicles Guidance Navigation and Control. Andrea's notable tenure at BLUE ORIGIN included roles as Senior Director of Flight Operations and Senior Flight Operations Manager, where responsibilities encompassed team leadership, training, and standard-setting for launch operations. Earlier career highlights include engineering roles at Shell with a focus on deepwater operations and significant contributions as a Space Shuttle Flight Controller at United Space Alliance. Academic credentials include a Master’s degree in Engineering Mechanics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering from the United States Air Force Academy.