Background
McNerney, James Francis was born on April 15, 1928 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Michael Joseph and Mina Leone (Harding) McNerney.
McNerney, James Francis was born on April 15, 1928 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Michael Joseph and Mina Leone (Harding) McNerney.
Bachelor of Science in Naval Science, United States Naval Academy, 1951. Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, United States Navy Procter and Gamble School, 1958. Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1959.
Commissioned ensign United States Navy, 1951, advanced through grades to captain, retired, 1974. Manager Rohr Marine Inc., Chula Vista, California, 1975-1978, General Dynamics Convair Division, San Diego, 1978-1985. Manager advanced systems TRW, from 1985.
Member American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (member technical com 1984-1986), Navy League, American Defense Preparedness Association, Sigma Xi. Lodges: Kiwanis (board directors Tierrasanta club 1984-1987).
Married Norma Adeline Neumann, May 30, 1952. Children: Stephen R., David J.