Michael Derespinis

Michael DeRespinis serves as a Senior Program Manager for the Agility Prime initiative at AFWERX since March 2021, focusing on collaboration with industry to advance eVTOL technology and support USAF learning. Previously, Michael held various program management roles within the United States Air Force, managing a $10M annual budget for the Aircrew Performance Branch and leading significant acquisition programs, including the $18 billion T-X program for advanced pilot training systems. Experience also includes positions with the US Federal Government and United States Navy. Michael pursued studies in Aerospace Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder and holds a Master of Aeronautical Science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.