nickey raines

Nickey Raines is a seasoned aerospace professional with extensive experience in test operations and engineering management. They served as Director of Test Operations at SpaceX Exploration Technology from 2009 to 2015 and as a Manager in Rocket Test Operations Engineering at Blue Origin from 2016 to 2022. Nickey held roles such as Deputy Chief Engineer and Test Director at NASA from 2006 to 2009, and they managed the Stennis Propulsion Test Complex at Rocket Lab from 2022 until their retirement in 2026. Currently, they are self-employed in retirement.