Kyle Stephens is a highly qualified engineer with extensive professional experience in the aerospace industry. He received his Bachelor of Science in Optical Sciences and Engineering from the University of Arizona and has since held numerous positions at some of the most well-known companies within the industry. Most recently, he serves as an Operations Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN, where he works alongside other professionals, leveraging his deep understanding of optical sciences to contribute to the development, testing, and operation of spacecraft. Prior to this role, he worked as the Constellation Systems Engineering Lead at Spaceflight Industries, working with others to design and build spacecraft that could safely and effectively transport humans and payloads into space. Additionally, his experience spans across various organizations, including as a former intern at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center and as a Research Associate with the NASA Academy. He also actively participates in Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS), where he served as the Conference Director for SpaceVision 2009.