Ryan Bibko

About Ryan Bibko

As an Engineering Laboratory Manager at Blue Origin, I bring over nine years of…

Experience

1. Lab Manager Aers Engineering & Systems

   Blue Origin

   Jul 2024 — Present · Kent, WA, US

   Lead a group of technicians and specialists to build, integrate, test, operate and maintain the New Glenn Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) labs. As the lab manager, I am responsible for recruiting personnel, delivering semi-annual performance reviews, coaching and mentoring new and existing staff, managing work schedules, and monitoring labor hours and overtime. I coordinate with internal customers to plan, schedule, allocate resources and execute integrated testing operations in the HIL. Responsible for developing training requirements and ensure that personnel are properly trained for HIL operations. Oversee the procurement of material and test equipment to support development and recurring operations in the HIL. Coordinate with facilities to schedule lab upgrades, repairs and maintenance. Ensure that calibrated equipment is maintained in an active calibrated state. Drive a culture of safety in the lab, ensuring that personnel and visitors are properly trained, and have the appropriate tools and equipment to operate safely in the lab test environment. Responsible for sharing in the team\'s impact on all aspects of the HIL development and its use as an operational verification tool.

Education

• Washington State University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

  2009 — 2014

Skills

• Public Speaking
• Teamwork
• Customer Service
• Sports Management
• Microsoft Office
• Social Media
• Sports Marketing
• English
• Event Planning
• Photoshop
• Time Management
• Microsoft Word
• Leadership
• Social Media Marketing
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Athletics
• Research