Jeffrey Ford

Jeffrey Ford has a diverse work experience spanning across various companies and roles. In their current role as a Director of USG Business Development at HawkEye 360, a Radio Frequency (RF) data analytics company, they are responsible for identifying, processing, and geolocating RF signals to create analytical products for global customers.

Prior to their current position, Jeffrey served as the Vice President of Business Development at Knight Aerospace, where they played a crucial role in developing business opportunities. Jeffrey also held the position of Director of Business Development at the same company.

Before joining Knight Aerospace, Jeffrey worked at Sierra Nevada Corporation as a Senior Business Development Manager. In this role, they led efforts in human-machine teaming (HMT) business development for defense, intelligence community, and law enforcement opportunities. Jeffrey also served as a Program Manager III, overseeing multiple Air Force and Intelligence Community programs.

Jeffrey's work experience also includes roles in the United States Air Force. Jeffrey served as the Executive Officer to the Director of Intelligence at U.S. Central Command, where they enhanced the command's ability to execute missions and managed a significant budget. Jeffrey also held the position of Chief of Collection Requirements Management at the Intelligence Directorate of U.S. Central Command, leading a multi-INT team in managing intelligence collection requirements. Other roles in the Air Force include Commander of the 97th Intelligence Squadron, Action Officer at the Joint Staff, and Mission Director & Commander, where they led intelligence operations and provided threat warning and situational awareness.

Throughout their career, Jeffrey has demonstrated a strong background in business development, program management, and leadership in the fields of RF data analytics, defense, intelligence, and surveillance.

Jeffrey Ford obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in International Studies from The University of Alabama in 1995. Jeffrey then pursued a Master of Science (M.S.) in Technology Management from the University of Maryland Global Campus and completed it in 2003. In 2008, they earned a Masters degree in Military Operational Art and Science/Studies from the USAF Air Command and Staff College. Additionally, they completed the USAF Air War College in 2011, although the specific degree and field of study are unknown.

Jeffrey Ford has also obtained several additional certifications throughout their career. In June 2020, they became a Certified Distance Learning Instructor (CDLA) from Air University. In January 2020, they obtained a certification in Data Analytics for Business Professionals from the University of Chicago. Furthermore, they hold a Top Secret - Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS-SCI) Clearance, granted by the United States Department of Defense in May 2019.