Baron Asher
About Baron Asher
Baron Asher serves as the Deputy Director of Alre Sustainment at General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems, bringing over 30 years of experience in aviation and sustainment. His career includes roles in the US Navy and American Airlines, along with significant expertise in managing advanced technology systems.
Current Role at General Atomics
Baron Asher serves as the Deputy Director of ALRE Sustainment at General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems. He has held this position since 2015, contributing to the sustainment of advanced technology systems in San Diego, California. His role involves overseeing product support and sustainment programs specifically for Aircraft Launch and Recovery Systems.
Previous Experience in Aviation
Baron Asher has extensive experience in both military and commercial aviation. He worked as an MD-80 First Officer for American Airlines from 2001 to 2003. His military career includes roles such as Commanding Officer of VRC-30 and E-2C Hawkeye Pilot, where he served for 12 years. He also held the position of CAG LSO with CVW-14 aboard the USS Independence.
Education and Training
Baron Asher earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in General Business from the University of Georgia - Terry College of Business, studying from 1976 to 1980. He also completed a Master of Science in National Security & Strategic Studies at the US Naval War College in 1996. Additionally, he has a high school diploma, which he obtained in 1976.
Career Transition to Sustainment and Logistics
After a successful career in aviation, Baron Asher transitioned to focus on sustainment and logistics within advanced technology systems. He worked at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems as the Predator/Reaper Logistics & Sustainment Manager from 2006 to 2015, prior to his current role. His expertise includes managing product support for systems like the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) and Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG).
Military Leadership and Instruction
Baron Asher held several leadership and instructional positions in the US Navy. He served as an Instructor Pilot and NATOPS Model Manager with VAW-110 from 1986 to 1989. He also acted as the Assistant Air Boss aboard the USS JOHN C. STENNIS from 1999 to 2001. His military experience has provided him with a solid foundation in both operational and training environments.