Blake Kistner

Blake Kistner is a skilled professional currently serving as a Mission Operations Engineer for Payloads at Axiom Space since October 2023. Prior to this role, Blake has been with ZIN Technologies, Inc. since May 2018, working as a Payload Operations Controller, overseeing the execution and management of U.S. payload operations. Previous experience includes a tenure at Textron Systems from September 2016 to January 2018, where Blake held the position of Flight Operations Manager, responsible for managing flight operations and serving as a crew chief and aircraft operator. Early career experience includes working as a Delivery Driver at Papa John's from March 2012 to January 2016. Blake Kistner holds a Bachelor's degree in Unmanned Aircraft Systems from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, earned between 2012 and 2016.