Robert C. Gooding

Robert C. Gooding (1918–1999) was a Vice Admiral in the United States Navy. Gooding graduated the United States Naval Academy in 1942.

On August 2, 1972, Gooding assumed command of the Naval Ship Systems Command, relieving VADM Nathan Sonnenshein. This command continued through the transition of Naval Ship Systems Command to Naval Sea Systems Command.

He was awarded the Legion of Merit and the Navy Distinguished Service Medal.

In 1976, he was elected to the National Academy of Engineering.