Joseph Lizon
Merritt Island,FL
Summary
Orbital Launch Control Specialist with 6 years of hands-on aerospace experience at Kennedy Space Center supporting Blue Origin space launch operations. Expert in real-time operational control, launch safety, and stakeholder communications. Known for translating complex launch pad activities into clear, actionable information for leadership and key partners. Strong background in team development, technical documentation, and data analysis — with a proven ability to perform with precision when it matters most.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Orbital Launch Controller
Blue Origin
Merritt Island, Fl
03.2023 - Current
- Develop and coordinate scheduling for local range requirements to support launch operations including range safety requirements, tracking/command/control requirements, weather support, transportation of flight hardware, etc.
- Coordinated range and public notifications for hazardous and launch operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory agencies
- Supported development and release of launch operations hazardous procedures; managed procedure repository databases to ensure compliance and accessibility
- Collaborated with external entities to enhance range operations, aligning improvements with Blue Origin's strategic goals
- Acted as liaison between Blue Launch Vehicle Integration Operations and USSF/FAA personnel.
Procurement Specialist II
Met-Con Inc.
Merritt Island, Fl
03.2020 - 03.2023
- Diligent procurement specialist that purchased for high level projects at KSC including the ML1, MPPF, VAB, and Corrosion Control.
- Initiated a database of vendors & products to enable efficient and cost-effective procurement.
- Provided Jacobs & NASA groups with timely execution of high level purchases of materials from across the globe.
- Analyzed trends in spending data to identify cost saving opportunities.
- Implemented procurement policies and government procedures to ensure compliance with corporate and legal requirements.
- Rented and monitored construction equipment pertaining to a multitude of different departments such as pipefitting, iron-working, fabrication, painting, and electricians.
Executive Assistant to VP & SVP of Strategy/Service Lines
Healthfirst
Rockledge, Fl
05.2017 - 03.2020
- Executive Assistant to multiple high level executives such as VP of Strategy, SVP of Services Lines, Director of Marketing, and x3 Directors of Service Lines/Strategy Department.
- Developed and implemented efficient work practices to expedite scheduling requests and meetings with other internal and external high level executives.
- Coordinated schedules for multiple high level executives, ensuring timely and organized meeting arrangements.
- Distributed announcements to over 2,000 individuals, booked conference room meetings for over 50 executives, and coordinated catering for board meetings with over 80 attendees.
- Supported managers and directors by collecting, cleaning, and preparing data for board and financial presentations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Eastern Florida State College
Melbourne, FL05-2021
Master of Arts - History
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2027
Skills
- Hazardous operations
- Project coordination
- Supply chain management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Procurement strategy
- Launch operations
- Data Analysis
- Data presentation
- PowerrPoint & Excel
- PowerPoint and Excel
Languages
French
Limited
Timeline
Orbital Launch Controller
Blue Origin
03.2023 - Current
Procurement Specialist II
Met-Con Inc.
03.2020 - 03.2023
Executive Assistant to VP & SVP of Strategy/Service Lines
Healthfirst
05.2017 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Eastern Florida State College
Master of Arts - History
Liberty University