Craig Larson

Craig Larson serves as the General Manager at The Aerospace Corporation, leading efforts to ensure the mission success of U.S. Space Force National Security Space launches through rigorous launch readiness verification and design validation. Previously, Larson held significant roles at Anderson Hay & Grain Co., where responsibilities included overseeing plant operations and financial management in the Pacific regions, and at Aerojet Rocketdyne, where Larson ensured the execution of high-value development and production programs. Larson's extensive experience spans various leadership positions in the aerospace and defense industries, including roles at Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne and Boeing Rocketdyne, with a strong focus on program management, financial performance, and operational efficiency. Larson holds an MBA from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School and a BS in Marine (Mechanical) Engineering from the United States Merchant Marine Academy.