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COL Aaron T. Hill, Jr. is a Professor and Head of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the United States Military Academy (USMA). Commissioned as an Engineer Officer from West Point in 1997, he holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin and has served in global military assignments including Afghanistan, Bosnia, Croatia, and the Sinai Peninsula.
His educational qualifications include:
- Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, University of Texas at Austin
- M.S. in Civil Engineering, Virginia Polytechnic University
- M.S. in Engineering Management, University of Missouri-Rolla
- B.S. in Civil Engineering, U.S. Military Academy
Dr. Hill's research centers on structural engineering and engineering education, with specific expertise in structural steel blast behavior, USACE Lock and Dam design standardization, and interdisciplinary project-based learning. His work bridges military engineering applications with academic pedagogy, emphasizing practical implementation in civil infrastructure systems.
His publication trends reveal dual focus areas: structural engineering analysis (finite element modeling of connections, Lock and Dam systems) and transformative engineering education (K-12 STEM outreach, pandemic-adapted teaching, interdisciplinary team dynamics). Recent works increasingly integrate military doctrine with engineering complexity and professional formation.
Professional credentials include:
- Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Virginia
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Dr. Hill chairs the ASCE Committee on Education and serves as Vice Chair of the AISC Partners in Education Committee. He co-teaches Project Management Professional prep courses and mentors capstone projects like the AISC Steel Bridge Competition. His leadership extends to Army Men’s Basketball as Head Officer Representative, demonstrating commitment to holistic professional development.
He directs departmental initiatives in interdisciplinary engineering education and USACE infrastructure projects, leveraging military-academic partnerships to develop trusted engineering professionals through real-world problem solving and systems thinking.
