Terrence Kelly

Terrence Kelly, Ph.D., is a Professor of Aviation Science at Saint Louis University's Parks Department of Aviation Science within the School of Science and Engineering. He has been a faculty member since 1988, holding roles in the Departments of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering, Aerospace Technology, and Engineering Technology, including a term as Chair of the Department of Aviation Science. His research focuses on Organizational Safety Culture, Safety Management Systems, and Safety II frameworks, collaborating with airlines, maintenance organizations, and government agencies.

Education:

• Ph.D. with dual specialization in Human Factors and Sociotechnical Systems (Saint Louis University)
• Graduate Minor in Research Methodologies (Saint Louis University)
• Master of Aeronautical Science in Safety Systems (Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University)
• Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics (Saint Louis University/Parks College)

Professional Contributions: Dr. Kelly is a member of the Society of Safety Engineers, System Safety Society, American Society of Engineering Education, and Society of Automotive Engineers. He holds FAA certifications including A&P Mechanics, Inspection Authorization, and Designated Mechanic Examiner. His teaching spans Safety Management Systems, Safety Culture, Accident Investigation, Aerodynamics, and Aircraft Systems.

Publications: His work bridges machine learning applications in aviation safety and structural equation modeling for safety culture analysis. Ongoing research emphasizes transforming organizational safety practices through empirical methodologies.