by Eugene M.
Whether building models at age seven or
working on the Titan I, Titan II, Sprint ABM, Skylab and the Space Shuttle
programs for the Martin Company, aerospace design has been the most rewarding
experience in my life.
I have been involved in the design of
ground support and test equipment and sent to Cape Canaveral to assist launch
efforts. In between these "milestones," I have been involved in
affecting changes in design criteria and writing test and operating procedures.
Other times, I was employed in failure analysis studies and reporting.
During my research and problem-solving
phase, I found and obtained special equipment to build the panels for detecting
harmful debris in outer space. I also found a way to provide an inexpensive and
temporary clean room for the existing tube shop, so it could be modified to
accommodate the Shuttle program requirements.
Now, here’s a brain teaser.
Question: How was I allowed to
ride as a passenger in a P-38?
Answer: After doing mechanical repair on the plane
the pilot said, "Climb in and I'll
give you a ride." So, I got in where the radio equipment had been
removed!
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| Aerospace design has been the most rewarding experience in my life! |
