Expertise
Electronics Engineering, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Electromagnetic Pulse, Electromagnetic Interference, Lightning Protection, Electrical Bonding, Radio Frequency Compatibility, HERO/HERP/HERF, Electrical Power Systems
Profile
Mr. Joe DeBoy is an experienced electromagnetic environmental effects (E3) subject matter expert (SME) with 30 years of Department of Defense (DoD) experience in the E3 field as it applies to design integrity, development, integration, test, and sustainment of advanced avionics/weapon systems. He developed and authored recent updates to the DoD and US Air Force (USAF) E3 technical standards and policies including: MIL-STD-461/464, Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne Equipment (RTCA/DO-160), USAF airworthiness technical standards/advisory material and Air Force Instructions (AFI)—all critical documents contributing to the improvement of the overall safety and reliability of USAF, US Army, and US Navy weapon systems.
Significant Career Accomplishments
Applied E3 expertise as the USAF technical advisor for E3 airworthiness and provided oversight of MIL-HDBK-516, Section 13 in support of airworthiness assessments and E3 sign-off for all carry-on equipment.
Conducted review and outbriefed senior leaders on lightning risks and hazards associated with 30 mm gun installation on AC-130 aircraft lead tot, abating serious risk to aircraft flying in lightning conditions.
Served as chairman and USAF representative of the Tri-Service Working Group (TSWG) responsible for revision activity of MIL-STD-461 and MIL-STD-464, along with serving as USAF representative for SAE AE-2 Lightning Committee and primary technical advisor for E3 related USAF Safety Investigation Boards.
Provided critical lightning protection expertise to advert high risk lightning hazards associated with F-35 fuel systems.
Supported Air Force Safety Center in critical E3 analysis following catastrophic mishaps and provided mitigation steps to minimize likelihood of future occurrences thus saving aircrew lives as well as costs of lost aircraft.
Authored General Electric’s (GE) Design Practices and GE Process Specifications as well as provided oversight to product design reviews.
Served as GE Federal Aviation Administration Designated Engineering Representative (FAA-DER) responsible for FAA inspections and oversight of E3 certification tests.
Key Positions
Technical Advisor, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC)
E3 Tech Specialist, AFLCMC
Senior Electronics Engineer, General Electric (GE) Aviation – Aircraft Engines Division
Education
BS, Business Manufacturing Engineering, Miami University
BS, Electrical Engineering, Louisiana Tech University
MS, Electrical Engineering, University of Dayton
Air War College
USAF Leadership Development Course – Senior Level
