Texas A&M University

Defying Gravity: Boeing's Dr. Fatmata Barrie

College of Engineering

Dr. Fatmata Barrie has broken the glass ceiling and made a path for herself at Boeing, the world's largest aerospace company. Working in a variety of engineering disciplines, her flexibility and willingness to try new things has led to her success. Barrie spoke with students on April 23, 2018 about her experiences and provided feedback on how to succeed in the ever-evolving world of materials science and engineering.