Richard Boxwell

Title
Adjunct Instructor I
Email
Department
School of Engineering
College
College of Aviation
Mr. Boxwell has over 42 years of professional aerospace work experience in materials engineering, manufacturing process development, mechanical test and teaching applied materials science. This experience was obtained from work on programs for the Missile Defense Agency, Air Force, Navy and NASA during his career. These skills have application with metals, composites, polymers and ceramics, along with their associated manufacturing processes. Mr. Boxwell specialized within the polymer composites field, but tasks involving metallurgy, ceramics, electrical coatings and smart and nano-sized materials have played a crucial role in shaping his philosophies as a materials engineer. These skills have been developed and fine-tuned to solve today's technical challenges and guide future generations of engineers within the workforce.
  • M.S. - Master of Science in Materials Engineering, Auburn University Main Campus

ETEC 310 Materials Science for Engineering Technology

ESCI 325 Materials and Structures

Blue Origin, Principal Materials Engineer, Huntsville AL

Missile Defense Agency, Engineering Manager, Huntsville AL

The Boeing Company, Technical Lead Engineer, Mesa AZ

Orbital Sciences, Engineering Manager, Chandler AZ