Leon Bacon

Leon Bacon is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in business development and strategy, currently serving as Vice President at V2X Inc for Aerospace Solutions and at The Vertex Company. At The Vertex Company, Bacon focuses on supporting Navy and Marine Corps customers while overseeing business development initiatives. Previously, Bacon held the position of Senior Director of Marketing for NAVAIR Programs at Elbit Systems of America, where leadership in key account management and strategic engagement was essential. Bacon's impressive tenure with the US Navy included roles such as Program Manager for Naval Undergraduate Training Systems, where management encompassed the lifecycle support of 730 training aircraft and oversight of a significant annual budget. Additional leadership roles included Commanding Officer of Patrol Squadron ONE and various management positions within the P-8A and P-3 programs, demonstrating a strong foundation in military operations and program management.