Jeff Anderson
About Jeff Anderson
Jeff Anderson serves as the Director of Hypersonic Weapons at General Atomics, bringing over 24 years of experience in defense and aerospace. He has held various leadership roles at Miltec and Lockheed Martin, and he retired as a Colonel from the US Army Reserve.
Work at General Atomics
Jeff Anderson has served as the Director of Hypersonic Weapons at General Atomics since 2015. His role involves overseeing the development and implementation of hypersonic weapon systems. Prior to this position, he worked as the Director of Systems Engineering at Miltec, a Ducommun Company that was acquired by General Atomics. His tenure at Miltec began in 2013, and he has held various leadership roles within the organization.
Experience at Lockheed Martin
Anderson worked at Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company for a total of 17 years in various capacities. His roles included Program Manager from 2003 to 2010, Program Operations Integrator from 2010 to 2013, and Systems Engineering and Systems Test Engineer from 1992 to 2003. This extensive experience contributed to his expertise in managing complex defense and aerospace programs.
Military Background
Jeff Anderson retired as a Colonel from the US Army Reserve after many years of active duty service. His military background has provided him with a strong foundation in leadership and program management, which he has applied throughout his career in the defense and aerospace sectors.
Education and Expertise
Anderson studied at the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from 1977 to 1981. He has over 24 years of experience in the defense and aerospace industries, specializing in systems engineering, test engineering, and program management. His educational background and professional experience equip him with the skills necessary to lead complex projects.