Richard S.

Richard S. currently serves as the Executive Vice President for Space Solutions at Safran Data Systems Inc, leading US Space Solutions since August 2021, following a diverse career that includes owning ISR Solutions LLC since July 2015, where consultancy is provided for space-based ISR support services. Prior roles include a senior position at MITRE focused on expanding the organization's space capabilities, and Vice President at Airbus, where Richard developed the company's first US-cleared team for satellite operations. Other notable positions include Chief of Satellite Flight Operations for the NRO, various leadership roles in the U.S. Navy, and advanced academic training in Applied Physics and Space Systems Engineering. Richard possesses extensive experience in satellite operations, military space capabilities, and airborne electronic warfare, complemented by an impressive educational background featuring degrees in Mathematics, Physics, and Business.