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Engineer in Residence - Oct. 22-25, 2007
The School of Engineering sponsored Mr. Jeffrey Dimick, The Boeing Company, as an Engineering in Residence during the week of Oct. 22-25. The week was filled with lectures and discussions with students and faculty. We hope to make this new learning opportunity a regular event.
Jeff Dimick graduated from Oklahoma Christian University in December 1983 with a BS in Math/Computer Science. After graduating from OC, Jeff obtained his MS in Theoretical Mathematics from Oklahoma State University. While at OSU, Jeff had the opportunity to travel to Southern California to participate in an internship with Hughes Aircraft Company (now part of The Boeing Company). Upon graduation from OSU, Jeff accepted a permanent position and has been at Boeing for 22 years. During this time, Jeff has transitioned from a member of the technical staff to program manager, covering such disciplines as orbit mechanics and ground control systems. In order to maintain a balanced life, Jeff, along with a good friend, ventured into the entertainment industry establishing a video post production company, One World Post. One World Post provides post production services for various TV shows, many of which are shown on MTV, VH1 and PBS. Jeff currently worships with the Hilltop Community Church of Christ in El Segundo, CA and is a founding board member of Hilltop Rescue, a relief organization, that was formed in response to Hurricane Katrina. One of Jeff's favorite hobbies is to go rock climbing in Joshua Tree National Park, CA. He is a Trustee of Oklahoma Christian University.
GPS Control - A Success Story
Monday Oct. 22, 7:00 pm, Room PEC 203
Jeff Dimick will share about the recent successes of the GPS Control Segment. On September 14 the current constellation of GPS satellites was transitioned from a legacy ground control to the new Architecture Evolution Plan (AEP) ground control system, and you didn't even notice. Then on October 17 the latest GPS satellite was successfully launched using the new Launch/Early Orbit, Anomaly Resolution, Disposal, and Operations (LADO) System. As Program Manager, Jeff has ultimate responsibility for delivering and sustaining both AEP & LADO. Come hear about some of the engineering and management challenges leading up to these significant milestones.
Link to the Power Point slides for this talk
Program Managment Best Practices
Thursday Oct. 25, 6:00 pm, Room PEC 203
Jeff Dimick will share his views and insights on managing complex engineering systems in today's business environment. Effectively managing multiple suppliers and subcontractors is an essential element of program success. Come hear why supplier management, integrated schedules, earned value and even critical chain program management can be leveraged to ensure program success.
Link to the Power Point slides for this talk
Link to the Handout (pdf) for this talk
Computers and Society
Tuesday Oct. 23, 4:00 pm , Room PEC 206
Link to the Power Point slides for this talk
Faculty and student teams are welcome to schedule time with Jeff while he is on campus. Contact Mary Ann Brown x5400 to schedule a time. Jeff will be located in Room HSH 200.
Links to other talks given by Mr. Dimick during the week (Power Point Slides):
Preparing Today's Students for Tomorrow's Jobs
Engineering Economics (Project Management)
Faculty Facts
Mark Thompson serves as an Assistant Professor of Physics and the Assistant Cross-Country coach. He is academically interested in science and religion, online education, and exercise physiology. Thompson enjoys running and cycling, and has run a mile in 4 minutes and 2 seconds!
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