(AeroEngr’82, PhD’92)
Chief Engineer
Lockheed Martin
Award Category: Industry & Commerce
Steve Jolly is an extremely proud and accomplished graduate from CU Boulder, having received a BS and PhD in aerospace engineering. He also served as an adjunct professor before joining Lockheed Martin, where he is now the chief engineer for the Commercial Civil Space line of business.
Jolly has held important positions in some of the most influential space exploration and weather programs of this generation. In 2007, he received the NASA Public Service Medal for distinguished service. He is also a member of the board of directors for the Space Science Institute.
Jolly is a longtime member and current chair of the Smead Aerospace Engineering Advisory Board. Jolly’s in-depth participation with the Lockheed Martin Corporate University Engagement office and various offices within the College of Engineering and Applied Science has led to meaningful relationships and enduring support for CU.