Michael Hockensmith

Michael Hockensmith has a strong background in project management and operations, with experience in various industries. Michael started their career in 1992 as a Project Engineer at American Synthetic Rubber Company, LLC. Michael then worked as a Process Engineer at Kimball Office Furniture from 1995 to 1998 before transitioning to the role of Project Manager until 1999. From 1999 to 2005, Hockensmith served as a Senior Project Manager at FKI Logistex. Michael then moved up to become the Director of Airport Operations from 2006 to 2007 and the Director of Project Management from 2007 to 2008. Most recently, Hockensmith held the position of Director at Alliant Technologies LLC starting from 2008.

Michael Hockensmith obtained a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Science with a field of study in Industrial Engineering from the University of Louisville, from 1987 to 1995. Michael then pursued a Master of Engineering degree in Engineering Management from the same university, from 1995 to 2008. In addition to their degrees, Michael Hockensmith has obtained additional certifications, including being an FAA sUAS Certified Remote Pilot from the Federal Aviation Administration in April 2018, and being a Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute in March 1999.