Phillip Balisle Explained

Vice Adm. Phillip Monroe Balisle (born 1948)[1] a native of Idabel, Oklahoma, was commissioned in the United States Navy in 1970 after graduating from Oklahoma State University. At sea, he commanded the destroyer, the cruiser and the Battle Group.[2] He served as Director, Surface Warfare Division (OPNAV N76) on the Chief of Naval Operations staff at the Pentagon.[2]

Balisle assumed command of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) 28 June 2002, where he previously served as vice commander.[2]

Balisle has received the Distinguished Service Medal, five awards of the Legion of Merit, seven Meritorious Service Medals and the Bronze Star Medal.[3]

After retiring from the Navy, Balisle took a role as executive vice president of DRS Technologies, Inc.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Book: Register of Commissioned and Warrant Officers of the United States Navy and Reserve Officers on the Active-Duty List . 39 . 1 October 1984 . Bureau of Naval Personnel . 13 March 2021.
  2. Web site: Vice Adm. Phillip Balisle Takes Helm at NAVSEA. Nagel. David. MarineLink. 3 July 2002. United States Navy. 26 October 2020.
  3. Web site: Vice Admiral Phillip M. Balisle (Ret.) . R2 Associates . 13 March 2021.
  4. Web site: Phillip Balisle Assumes Duties as Executive Vice President of DRS Technologies' Washington Operations. 9 May 2017.

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