Chris Thompson

Senior Operations Manager

Chris Thompson has an extensive background in aerospace and military operations, with key roles at leading organizations such as SpaceX and the United States Air Force. Experience includes serving as Crew Capsule, Dragon/Integration Lead at SpaceX from 2016 to 2020, and holding various positions within the United States Air Force from 2007 to 2019, focusing on aircraft maintenance and inspections. Following military service, Chris worked as System Test Technician Lead at Aerojet Rocketdyne and currently serves as Senior Operations Manager at Blue Origin. A 2021 graduate of the Community College of the Air Force with an Associate's degree in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, Chris is well-versed in flight hardware assembly, integration processes, and has contributed to notable projects including the Falcon Heavy rocket and Crew Dragon missions.

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Melbourne, United States

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