Robert C. Foley Instructor Mechanical Engineering Department EGCB 212 University of South Alabama Mobile, AL 36688-0002 Ph: (334)460-6774; Fax (334) 460-6343 Email: rfoley@jaguar1.usouthal.edu

EDUCATION M.S., Engineering - Purdue University - School of Aeronautics and Astronautics Area of Study - Structural analysis and material mechanical behavior B.S., Engineering Science - USCG Academy Area of Emphasis - Electronics and digital circuit design Designated Naval Aviator - Naval Air Training Center Areas of Emphasis - Aerodynamics and compressible flow propulsion systems ACADEMIC HONORS Department of Transportation Fellow for Excellence in Government Dadaelion Fellow for Graduate Education in Aerospace Science and Engineering EXPERIENCE Instruction and Training Corporate director of award winning training program for a national organization with 27 operational field sites. Developer of nationally acclaimed courses in survival equipment techniques, risk classes. Led workforce restructuring study to review 3600 engineering positions. "Front end analysis" a model application of Human Performance Technology. Facilitated "needs assessment" and revitalized training program for 250 engineering personnel. Initiated development of innovative training data base management system, a training scheduling program which also monitors costs and effectiveness. Management Directly managed 12 major divisions with responsibility for over 600 people, 16 aircraft, with $5.2 M annual operating budget and a retail operation with $8M in annual sales. Program manager for aeronautical engineering, aircraft logistics and life support functions for over 200 aircraft at 27 diversified sites with $150M annual budget. Cultivated interagency and intergovernmental coordination with a reputation for ethical relationships and political sensitivity. -Experienced in the principles and practice of Total Quality Management, Instructional System Design , Human Performance Technology and Process Re-engineering. Completed U. S. Coast Guard service with the rank of Captain (0-6). Technical Expertise Managed 25 person engineering support group at busy aircraft and turbine engine overhaul facility. Project engineer for design and construction of $6M, 17,000 sq. ft., state-of-art, jet engine repair and test facility. Developed technical specifications for engine test cells. Facility produced savings equaling capital investment in first 9 months of operation. Personally conducted aircraft accident investigations and component failure analysis. Designed, developed and implemented aircraft component and structural repair procedures for both commercial and military aircraft. Expertise in PC software applications including MS Office, data base management, desk top publishing and presentation graphics< Contract Administration Managed all aspects of contracting process: Specification development, Negotiation, Contract award, Quality assurance, Engineering deviation, Contract compliance. Contract manager for new aircraft acquisitions and parts procurement. Formulated government objectives in False Claims Act and contract fraud investigation resulting in favorable out-of-court settlement for both parties. CURRENT RESEARCH INTERESTS Developing community education, workforce enhancement and manufacturing improvement programs based on advanced engineering applications and university-industry partnerships. PREVIOUS GRADUATE RESEARCH Material behavior - Fatigue crack propagation in high strength aluminum alloys. TEACHING EXPERIENCE Advanced Pilot Training (Aerodynamics and Aircraft Systems Aircraft Engineering Management Aviation Risk Management Advanced Rescue Swimmer Training Crew Resource Management Human Performance Technology PUBLICATIONS Aviation Workforce Structure Study Final Report Aviation Training Center Strategic Plan and Process Measurement Guide Aviation Risk Management Workbook PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Senior Fellow of the Council for Excellence in Government American Society for Quality Control Navy League of the United States VOLUNTEER ACTIVITY United Way of Southwest Alabama Planning Council Chairman United Way Crime Abatement Committee 1996 United Way Campaign Account Executive Board of Directors Mobile County Red Cross Envision Mobile Task Force All-America City Task Force (Mobile 1995-96 Winner) Mobile County Federal Executives Board Mobile Area Law Enforcement Coordinating Council SPECIALTY SKILLS AND ACCREDITATION FAA licensed Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic. FAA licensed Commercial Pilot, instrument rated both fixed and rotor wing aircraft. Designated Instructor Pilot in rotor wing aircraft. Professional Training Methods of Instruction Aviation Training Center, Mobile, AL Human Performance Technology, CG Training Center, Petaluma, CA Leadership and Management CG Training Center, Petaluma, CA Human Relations and Civil Rights Maintenance and Logistics Center, Alameda, CA Total Quality Management and Process Measurement Juran Institute and Organizational Dynamics Inc. Quality Manager Refresher American Society for Quality Control, Mobile, AL Material Failure Analysis American Society for Metals, Metals Park, OH Prevention of Material Deterioration USA Material Development Training Program, Rock Island, IL Aircraft Maintenance Management USCG Aeronautical Engineering Division, Washington , DC Jet Engine Accident Investigation Chanute AFB, Rantoul, IL Aircraft Systems Sikorsky Aircraft, Bridgeport, CT Naval Aviator Pilot Training - Aerodynamics and Aviation Meteorology Naval Air Training Center, Pensacola, FL Aviation Safety Management USN Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA Government Contract Administration and Contract Fraud U. S. Department of Transportation, Washington, DC Hazardous Material Management Safety Systems Inc., Astoria, OR Military Awards Legion of Merit Aviation Training Center Exceptional professional competence, leadership, and foresight while commanding one of the largest and most complex aviation units and effecting significant, positive changes to position Coast Guard aviation to meet the challenges of the next century. Meritorious Service Medal Pacific Area Headquarters Meritorious service in the performance of duty. Exceptional leadership and initiative by providing operational commanders with accurate and timely intelligence in direct support of fisheries enforcement, alien migrant interdiction, and drug interdiction efforts. Coast Guard Commendation Medal ( 3 awards) Gulf Coast Hurricane Opal Relief Outstanding achievement in dealing with the Coast Guard response to Hurricane Opal. Personal "can do" team attitude was a key to the successful and efficient storm recovery. CG Headquarters Outstanding achievement in the performance of duty. Exceptional competence and leadership as the Coast Guard's Program Manager for Aircraft Maintenance and Engineering resulted in the highest aircraft fleet readiness ever attained, completing acquisition and field implementation of two major aircraft types and the favorable multi-million dollar settlement of a technically complex, highly visible contract fraud case. Air Station San Francisco Outstanding achievement in the performance of duty. Inspirational leadership and exemplary community service during a period marked with personnel shortages, heavy training loads and a transition to newer, more capable aircraft. Coast Guard Achievement Medal Aircraft Repair and Supply Center Superior achievement as Chief of the Engineering Services Branch. Innovative engineering designs and aircraft repairs resulted in cost avoidance of over $5M. Exceptional management as project engineer resulted in on-time, on-cost completion of a $6M jet engine test acility. Commandant's Letter of Commendation Rescue of Burning Freighter M/V Sea Architect Exceptional performance of duty as aircraft commander in the daring rescue of 14 crewman from the burning decks of the Freighter Sea Architect in the Pacific Ocean. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Jun 94 - Present - Executive Director, Aviation Training Center Mobile, AL May 92 - Jun 94 - Area Director of Intelligence, Pacific Area Headquarters Alameda, CA Jul 90 - May 92 - Executive Director, Air Station San Francisco, CA Jun 87 - Jul 90 - Program Manager for Aircraft Maintenance and Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering Division, USCG Headquarters Washington, DC Jun 85 - Jun 87 - Engineering Department Head, Air Station Astoria, OR Jun 81 - Jun 85 - Chief of Engineering Services, Aircraft Repair and Supply Center, Elizabeth City, NC Aug 79 - Jun 81 - Postgraduate Student, Purdue University, W. Lafayette, IN Jul 76 - Aug 79 - Engineering Branch Chief, Air Station Cape Cod, MA Oct 73 - Jul 76 - Educational Services Branch Chief, Air Station Elizabeth City, NC Sep 72 - Oct 73 - Student Aviator, Naval Air Training Center, Pensacola, FL Jul 71 - Sep 72 - Anti-Submarine Warfare Officer, USCGC Chase (WHEC-718) Boston, MA   M E Faculty Directory   || Mechanical Engineering