Kenneth Merchant

Kenneth has more than 40 years’ experience working in US defense, including a distinguished 34 years of service in the United States Air Force.

Ken is the President of Life Cycle Solutions Inc and is Aerogility’s special advisor for US defence. Previously, Ken was a vice-president on F-35 and F-22 programmes at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics. His vast experience includes the F-22 Raptor Enhancement, Development and Integration (REDI) programme.

Major General Merchant served as a director in the Air Force, with multiple experiences in global mobility programmes and logistics. His achievements include being awarded the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal and two Legions of Merit, as well as the Bernard Schriever Award for Program Management Excellence for his work on the F-22 development programme.