James Simonton

James Simonton is an Associate Professor at the University of Tennessee Space Institute within the Tickle College of Engineering, Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering. His expertise bridges industrial engineering, systems modeling, and economic feasibility analysis.

Education:

• PhD, Industrial Engineering, Texas Tech University
• MS, Systems and Engineering Management, Texas Tech University
• BS, Textile Technology & Management, Texas Tech University

Simonton’s research focuses on systems engineering, logistics, and economic modeling. His work includes system dynamic models for high-reliability organizations, transportation economics, and biofuel feasibility studies. Publications highlight interdisciplinary applications of industrial engineering principles to real-world challenges in public infrastructure and renewable energy.

Key trends in his research include system dynamics, logistics optimization, and sustainable economic modeling, with subfields spanning bio-diesel analysis, human-systems interaction, and transportation purchasing power.