Robert Thompson
About Robert Thompson
Robert Thompson is an experienced Exploitation Analyst and Action Officer currently working at Amentum since 2017. He has a diverse background in intelligence and operations, having held various roles in organizations such as the United States Air Force, Lockheed Martin, and L-3 Communications.
Current Role at Amentum
Robert Thompson serves as an Exploitation Analyst/Action Officer at Amentum, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he develops and coordinates exploitation concepts that support operations such as Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and Counter Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS). His responsibilities include synchronizing and coordinating technical and forensic exploitation activities across the Army, Department of Defense (DoD), and interagency efforts. He also manages Army G-38 exploitation initiatives and programs, providing budgetary analysis and Program Objective Memorandum (POM) support.
Previous Experience at The Reger Group
Before joining Amentum, Robert Thompson worked at The Reger Group as a Policy Analyst/Strategic Planner for one year, from 2015 to 2016. His role involved analyzing policies and developing strategic plans to support organizational objectives. This experience contributed to his expertise in strategic planning and policy analysis.
Career at Lockheed Martin and L-3 Communications
Robert Thompson held the position of Senior Intelligence Analyst at Lockheed Martin for a brief period in 2008. Following this, he worked at L-3 Communications from 2008 to 2014 as an Operations Planner/Requirements Manager. His six years at L-3 Communications involved planning operations and managing requirements, enhancing his skills in operational planning and intelligence analysis.
Military Background with the United States Air Force
Robert Thompson served in the United States Air Force as an Intelligence Officer for 20 years, from 1988 to 2008. His military career provided him with extensive experience in intelligence operations, contributing to his analytical skills and operational expertise in various defense contexts.
Education and Professional Development
Robert Thompson holds a Master's Degree in Strategic Intelligence from the National Defense Intelligence College, which he completed from 1995 to 1996. He also studied at the Joint Forces Staff College in 2002 for 11 months. Additionally, he achieved Level 1 Program Management and Business, Cost Estimate and Financial Management certifications from the Defense Acquisition University in 2008. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Geology from Utah State University from 1983 to 1987.