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Outstanding Alum

Alma Martinez Fallon

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering '87

Title: Manager of Planning and Manufacturing Engineering for Steel Fabrication, Newport News Shipbuilding

Professional Commitments and Honors:

  • Named one of America's leading minority women in technology by Hispanic Engineer, U.S. Black Engineer, and Information Technology magazines, 2000
  • Peninsula Engineering Council Young Engineer of the Year, 1999
  • Society of Women Engineers Distinguished New Engineer Award, presented nationally to only five women, 1997
  • Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers
  • Member, American Association of University Women

"Alma has made outstanding contributions and leadership in improving planning and manufacturing processes for hull fabrication. She is an outstanding role model for young women wanting to pursue technical careers."
- John Shephard, NNS Vice President of Manufacturing and Materials .