Duane Harmon
About Duane Harmon
Duane Harmon is a System Architect and Senior Systems Engineer at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, where he leads the strategic direction of a Program of Record. He has extensive experience in project management and engineering, having previously held roles in the United States Air Force and at Cosmic Advanced Engineered Solutions.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Duane Harmon currently serves as a System Architect, Senior Systems Engineer 5, and Site Operations Lead at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions. He has been with the company since 2020, working in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In this role, he is responsible for the architecture and deployment of multi-site global network communications and SATCOM infrastructure, which supports global cyber capabilities. Harmon leads the strategic direction and definition of a Program of Record, ensuring that the projects align with the company's objectives.
Previous Experience at Cosmic Advanced Engineered Solutions
Prior to his current position, Duane Harmon worked at Cosmic Advanced Engineered Solutions as Systems Engineer III, Project Manager for Special Programs, and Remote Communications Project Officer from 2014 to 2020. During his six years in Colorado Springs, he contributed to various projects that enhanced the company's capabilities in advanced engineering solutions.
Career at United States Air Force
Duane Harmon has extensive experience with the United States Air Force, holding multiple roles from 2001 to 2014. His positions included F-15 Flight Commander in the 85th Test & Evaluation Squadron, Flight Commander and Assistant Director of Operations in the Special Projects Flight Test Squadron, and Senior Project Manager for the Air Force Tactical Exploitation of National Capabilities (AF TENCAP). He also served as Executive Officer in the Office of Security Cooperation in Iraq for six months in 2012.
Education and Expertise
Duane Harmon holds a Master's Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2036 to 2020. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree in the same field from the University of South Alabama, studying from 2036 to 2021. His educational background supports his expertise in systems engineering and project management within defense and security sectors.
Mentorship and Leadership
In his current role, Duane Harmon mentors a team of seven engineers, providing guidance across various functions, including program management and software development. His leadership skills are evident in his ability to support both direct team members and additional non-direct team members, fostering a collaborative environment that enhances project outcomes.