Josh Duke

Josh Duke has a diverse work experience, with a background in military, aviation, and investment sectors. Josh started their career as a USMC officer in 2004 and served in various roles, including Naval Flight Officer, ECMO, and Electronic Warfare Current Operations Officer. Josh received accolades for their performance as an instructor and curriculum manager during their time as a T-39 flight instructor in the USMC.

In 2015, Josh joined General Dynamics Mission Systems as an Advanced Engineer-Systems, where they were involved in the installation, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of various systems on an Independence-class Littoral Combat Ship.

Josh later worked as a T-45 Flight Simulator Instructor at Cubic Global Defense from 2017 to 2018, and at Delaware Resource Group from 2018, where they instructed student aircrew in primary flight training and advanced jet training.

In addition to their military and aviation career, Josh is an Angel Investor at Collective Capital Ventures since 2019, providing capital for high-growth startup companies.

Josh Duke has a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina State University, which they obtained in 2004. In addition to their educational background, they have obtained several certifications. In 2004, they obtained a Secret security clearance from the United States Department of Defense. Then, in 2008, they obtained a Top Secret / SCI security clearance from the same institution. Furthermore, Josh Duke holds certifications in various areas. Josh is a Private Pilot with ratings in airplane, single-engine land; glider; and has an instrument rating. Josh also has endorsements for tailwheel/complex aircraft and high-performance aircraft. These certifications were obtained from the Federal Aviation Administration. Additionally, they are SCUBA certified in Open Water and Nitrox, granted by NAUI Worldwide.