Derek Franklin

Derek Franklin is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in project and program management. Currently serving as Chief of Staff at ForwardEdge ASIC since July 2023, Derek previously held multiple roles at Lockheed Martin from September 2012 to July 2023, including Program Manager for the Advanced Development Programs (ADP) and F-35 projects, as well as Project Manager for the F-35 and Special Operations Forces Common Logistics Support Solutions (SOF CLSS). Derek holds a Bachelor's degree in Project Management from Northwest Florida State College, earned between 2008 and 2012.