Thaddeus Warren
Van Horn
Summary
Senior EHS Engineer with extensive experience supporting test and launch operations. Specialized in Process Safety Management (PSM), cryogenic safety, environmental compliance, and industrial hygiene. Trained in NASA Cryogenics Safety, with hands-on experience supporting LOX, LH2, CH4, GN2, GH2, and propulsion-related pressure systems. Proven ability to support PHAs, strengthen Mechanical Integrity (MI), improve compliance maturity, and drive systemic corrective actions. Certified in OSHA 30/511, HAZWOPER, DOT/RCRA, ICS/NIMS. Strong technical writer and cross-functional leader committed to safe, reliable, repeatable operations.
Experienced with implementing comprehensive safety programs and regulatory compliance. Knowledge of effective communication and team collaboration to enhance workplace safety.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EHS Engineer III / Sr
BLUE ORIGIN
Van Horn, TX
07.2022 - Current
- Provide subject matter expertise for cryogenic and hazardous commodity systems, applying NASA Cryogenics Safety principles to LOX, LH2, CH4, L/GN2, GH2, and other propulsion-support pressure systems.
- Raise effectivity/awareness to PSM programs including PSI, MOC, PSSR, HAZOP/LOPA facilitation, and Mechanical Integrity for cryogenic, pressure, and fire protection systems.
- Support engineering and production teams through design and test reviews using OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, and internal Blue Origin requirements.
- Respond to spills, injuries, cryogenic system abnormalities, hazardous operations, severe weather, and launch/test events using ICS/NIMS principles.
- Manage environmental compliance including RCRA hazardous waste, DOT hazmat, universal waste, NPDES stormwater, SWPPP, and SPCC plans.
- Deliver instructor-led and virtual EHS training including PSM, cryogenic hazard awareness, near-miss reporting, and safe work practices.
- Conduct program audits for confined space, lockout/tagout, fall protection, PSM documentation, MI, and stormwater controls; manage corrective actions.
- Recognizing significant repeat deficiencies (46 percent identified in the 2026 Audit), currently developing and leading organization-wide improvements to enhance CAPA execution, strengthen cultural accountability, and improve operational consistency across EHS programs to support long-term audit readiness and compliance maturity.
- Serve as the focal point for safety and environmental concerns, collaborating with engineering, production, mission assurance, test operations, and facilities teams.
- Conducted risk assessments and identified hazards to minimize potential safety incidents.
Sr. Facilities Engineer
BLUE ORIGIN
Van Horn, TX
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed inspection and maintenance programs for fire suppression and detection systems including fire pumps, monitors, FM-200, alarms, and sprinklers, eliminating a substantial deficiency backlog.
- Supported commissioning, troubleshooting, and reliability improvements across MEP and utility systems using CMMS-driven maintenance planning.
- Developed and implemented maintenance programs, improving asset reliability and longevity.
Operations Analyst
SOUTHERN SCRIPTS, LLC
Natchitoches, LA
04.2019 - 03.2021
- Supported life safety, security, and facilities operations across multi-site environments.
- Standardized FF&E procurement and achieved 50 percent cost savings per workstation.
- Produced technical reports, KPIs, and budgets; managed contractors and vendor performance.
- Conducted facility inspections and initiated corrective actions for life safety issues.
Warehouse Manager
NORTHWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY
Natchitoches, LA
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Managed central receiving across five campuses; optimized procurement and inventory controls.
- Generated data-driven reporting through CMMS/WMS systems and resolved reconciliation issues.
- Led daily logistics operations, ensuring timely delivery of materials to support academic programs.
Operations Coordinator & Access Control Coordinator
NORTHWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY
Natchitoches, LA
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Supported compliance for boilers, fire protection, elevators, access control, and utilities.
- Conducted safety inspections, drills, and audits across more than 2 million square feet.
- Developed CMMS data models to support planning, risk mitigation, and maintenance funding decisions.
- Facilitated communication among stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives and deadlines.
Senior Deputy
LOUISIANA OFFICE OF STATE FIRE MARSHAL
Shreveport, LA
07.2008 - 09.2015
- Performed fire/life safety inspections and commissioning for new and existing construction under NFPA, IBC, IFC, ADA, and OSHA standards.
- Led a team of inspectors and reduced a two-year inspection backlog to three months.
- Resolved code interpretation issues with architects, contractors, and owners.
- Served as Assistant State-Wide Coordinator (ESF-4) for GOHSEP, supporting emergency management operations.
- Led investigations into fire incidents to determine causes and compliance enforcement with regulations.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
LSU Shreveport
Shreveport, LA01-2020
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston01-2007
Skills
- Cryogenic/Pressure Systems
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Mechanical Integrity
- P&ID/Blue Print Review
- RCA
- Permit-to-Work Systems - LOTO/HW/CS
- CMMS
- Technical Writing
- NFPA/IBC/IFC Mastery
- Stormwater/Wastewater Compliance
- Hazard Identification/Mitigation
Certification
- NASA Cryogenics Safety in Aerospace
- OSHA 30
- OSHA 510 / OSHA 511
- HAZWOPER
- DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation (49 CFR)
- RCRA Hazardous Waste Management
- ICS/NIMS (ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, ICS-800)
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Process Safety Management
- Cryogenic Safety (NASA Training)
- LOX/LH2/LCH4/GN2/GH2 Systems
- Industrial Hygiene Monitoring
- Hazard Assessments
- HAZOP/LOPA/What-If
- Mechanical Integrity
- Confined Space
- LOTO
- Hot Work
- RCRA/DOT Hazmat
- Stormwater/NPDES/SWPPP/SPCC
- NFPA 101/IBC/IFC
- Emergency Response (ICS/NIMS)
- Incident Investigation
- Technical and Regulatory Writing
- EHS Audits
- Test and Design Review Support
Timeline
EHS Engineer III / Sr
BLUE ORIGIN
07.2022 - Current
Sr. Facilities Engineer
BLUE ORIGIN
03.2021 - 07.2022
Operations Analyst
SOUTHERN SCRIPTS, LLC
04.2019 - 03.2021
Warehouse Manager
NORTHWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY
01.2018 - 01.2019
Operations Coordinator & Access Control Coordinator
NORTHWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY
01.2015 - 01.2018
Senior Deputy
LOUISIANA OFFICE OF STATE FIRE MARSHAL
07.2008 - 09.2015
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
LSU Shreveport
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Louisiana Tech University