Rob Olson

SVP & GM Aerospace Manufacturing at Phoenix Defense

Rob Olson has a diverse work experience spanning several companies. Rob is currently employed at Phoenix Defense, LLC. since 2022, where they hold the position of SVP & GM Aerospace Manufacturing. Prior to this role, from 2022 to 2023, they served as the Senior Vice President of Strategic Development at the same company.

Before joining Phoenix Defense, LLC., Rob Olson founded and served as the President of PENSEUR CONSULTING, LLC. in 2019.

Olson was also an Account Executive at LSI from October 2021 to January 2022.

Rob Olson spent a significant portion of their career with General Dynamics, holding various senior-level positions. From 2009 to 2019, they served as the Senior Director - Autonomous Systems, where they successfully piloted a strategic enterprise initiative into the robotic and autonomous systems marketspace. Rob also held the position of Director - Business Unit Manager - Training | Range Solutions from 2011 to 2017, where they led program execution, organizational development, strategy, R&D, capture, and business development. Additionally, from 2009 to 2011, they served as the Senior Business Development Manager - Battle Management Systems, leading a team to integrate multiple legacy business unit plans into a comprehensive marketing campaign.

Earlier in their career at General Dynamics, from 2004 to 2008, Rob Olson held the position of Senior Business Area Manager - Battle Management Systems, achieving significant revenue growth and successfully integrating operations. Rob also served as the Business Area Manager - Engineering Development | Integration Services from 2004 to 2007, overseeing program execution, strategic planning, and new business development.

Rob Olson's work experience showcases their expertise in strategic development, leadership, program management, and business development.

Rob Olson has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Phoenix. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Law and Justice from Central Washington University. Rob also holds an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration from Northland Community College.

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  • SVP & GM Aerospace Manufacturing

    February, 2023 - present

  • Senior Vice President of Strategic Development

    February, 2022

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