Stephen Thompson

Stephen Thompson is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in aerospace and defense, currently serving as Senior Director of AF Programs at MCR, LLC since 2014, where full profit and loss responsibility is maintained for the company's engineering services business. Previous roles include Director of Air Force Business Development at Wyle Aerospace, Executive Director of Strategic Business Development at Bell Helicopter Textron Inc., and Program Manager at the Department of Defense, showcasing a consistent track record in business development, program management, and strategic planning. Notable early career experience includes serving as Legislative Assistant for Defense to Senator Sam Brownback and managing military manufacturing processes with the United States Air Force. Thompson holds a Master’s degree in National Security Strategy from the National War College and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Dayton.