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Simon Ramo

American engineer, businessman, and author

Died when: 103 years 51 days (1237 months)
Star Sign: Taurus

 

Simon Ramo

Simon "Si" Ramo (May 7, 1913 – June 27, 2016) was an American engineer, businessman, and author.He led development of microwave and missile technology and is sometimes known as the father of the intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM).

He also developed General Electric's electron microscope.He played prominent roles in the formation of two Fortune 500 companies, Ramo-Wooldridge (TRW after 1958) and Bunker Ramo Corporation (now part of Honeywell).

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