Byron Patterson

Byron Patterson currently serves as Associate Principal at Renaissance Strategic Advisors, a consulting firm focused on the aerospace, defense, and space markets, where responsibilities include corporate strategy and M&A advisory. Prior to this role, Byron held various positions at Boeing, including Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer, focusing on helicopter control systems within the Vertical Lift division. Early experience includes internships at NASA and the Air Force Research Laboratory. Byron holds a Master of Science in Aeronautics and Astronautics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical Engineering from West Virginia University.