Michael Burns

Michael Burns has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Michael currently holds the position of Director of Business Development at Lynx Software Technologies since March 2023. Prior to this, they served as the Director of Business Development- Army Airborne Programs at Mercury Systems from January 2021 to March 2023. Before that, they were the Director, Business Development- Army Systems at Physical Optics Corporation from September 2020 to December 2020.

In their earlier career, Michael held various roles in the United States Army, including Director, Army Aviation Platforms at Army Futures Command from July 2018 to September 2020. Michael also served as the Deputy Chief of Staff at United States Army Pacific from April 2017 to July 2018. Additionally, they held positions such as Deputy Director, Strategic Effects Directorate and Chief of Operations during their time at United States Army Pacific from August 2016 to March 2017 and July 2014 to August 2016, respectively.

Michael also attended The United States Army War College as a student from July 2013 to July 2014. Michael was the Director, Future Vertical Lift at The Joint Staff from July 2012 to June 2013. Furthermore, they served as the Deputy Brigade Commander at 1st Air Cavalry Brigade from May 2011 to June 2012 and as the Battalion Commander at 110th Aviation Brigade from July 2009 to May 2011.

Michael'scareer in the US Army began as the Deputy Chief of Staff at the US Army Aviation Center of Excellence from May 2008 to July 2009. Throughout their various roles, Michael has demonstrated extensive experience in leadership, strategic planning, and business development.

Michael Burns has a strong education history. Michael began their educational journey at North Carolina State University from 1985 to 1991, where they earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering. Subsequently, Michael pursued further studies at Webster University, completing a Master's degree in Human Resource Development from 2004 to 2008. In 2003 to 2004, they obtained a diploma from the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, specializing in Military Operational Art and Science/Studies. Michael furthered their education at The United States Army War College in 2013 to 2014, earning another Master's degree in Military Strategic Studies, General. Additionally, they attained a second Master's degree in Human Resources Development from Webster University, although the exact start and end years for this degree are not specified in the provided information.