Brenda Ortiz

Brenda Ortiz is an experienced professional in the defense sector, currently serving as an Advisor for the University of New Haven Women in Leadership Program. With a robust background at Raytheon, Brenda Ortiz held key roles including Vice President of Short and Medium Range Ground Based Air Defense, Executive Director of Indo-Pacific Programs, and Director of Korea and Taiwan Programs. Additionally, Brenda Ortiz contributed as a Deputy Program Manager for Korea Patriot Programs and Capture Manager for the Qatar Air and Missile Defense System. Academic credentials include a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Massachusetts Lowell and further studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Brenda Ortiz also serves on the Board of Raytheon-Rafael Area Defense Systems.