CDR Frye is a 2008 graduate of USCGA with a background in Mechanical Engineering. He attended flight school after graduation followed by a career as a H65 helicopter pilot. Following degrees in Unmanned and Autonomous Systems Engineering and Physics, he is now teaching Physics and Autonomous Systems classes. He has worked on research projects with UAS involving ATON, mishap analysis, and foliage analysis.

Education

• M.S. Physics, Oregon State University, 2024
• M.S. Unmanned and Autonomous Systems Engineering, Embry Riddle, 2022
• B.S. Mechanical Engineering, USCGA, 2008

Courses Taught

• Physics I
• Physics II
• Fundamentals of UxS Operations
• Private Pilot Ground School
• Autonomous Science
• Capstone Research

Honors and Awards

• 2026 Provost Award for Teaching Innovation