Doug Parker

Doug Parker, Principal Propulsion Engineer at Blue Origin

Doug Parker is a Principal Propulsion Engineer at Blue Origin, a private aerospace company founded by Jeff Bezos.23 He is responsible for vehicle integration and launch support, working on propulsion systems for Blue Origin's launch vehicles.2

Parker has over 20 years of experience in the aerospace industry.3 Prior to joining Blue Origin, he worked as a Propulsion Engineer at Virgin Galactic and SpaceX.1 He has a proven track record of leading large teams and overseeing research, development, testing, and operations of propulsion systems.4

In addition to his work at Blue Origin, Parker is also a Professional Engineer (P.E.) and has managed projects and overseen design and delivery in the Austin office of Ensight Haynes Whaley, a consulting engineering firm.5

Parker's expertise lies in building and leading large and diverse teams to develop and test advanced propulsion systems, both high-power electric thrusters and cryogenic full flow stage combustion engines.4 His unique experience in both government and industry enables him to integrate government requirements and industry capabilities to enable new space systems that support national objectives and commercial business models.1