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
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"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 . |