John Baddick, Sr.
About John Baddick, Sr.
John Baddick, Sr. serves as the Vice President of Software Development at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in software development and engineering, having held various leadership roles in notable companies over the past two decades.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
John Baddick, Sr. has been serving as the Vice President of Software Development at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing software development initiatives, focusing on innovative solutions for defense and security applications. His leadership contributes to the company's mission of delivering advanced technology solutions to meet the needs of government and commercial customers.
Previous Experience at Intelsat
Before joining Kratos, John Baddick worked at Intelsat as a Senior Program Manager from 2004 to 2011. During his seven years in the Washington D.C. Metro Area, he managed various programs that enhanced satellite communications services. His experience at Intelsat provided him with a solid foundation in program management within the telecommunications sector.
Education and Expertise
John Baddick holds a Bachelor of Science degree from East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania. He also completed post-graduate coursework in Engineering at The George Washington University. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in network technologies, including MPLS, IPVPN, and Ethernet, as well as his knowledge in 3GPP, SDN, NFV, and IoT.
Career Background in Engineering and Management
John Baddick has held several key positions throughout his career. He was the Director of Network & Systems Engineering at Orblynx from 1999 to 2001 and later served as Vice President of Engineering at Verestar from 2002 to 2004. He continued his career as Vice President of Systems Engineering at Comtech EF Data from 2011 to 2016 and then as Vice President Engineering at VT iDirect from 2016 to 2018. His diverse roles have equipped him with experience in managing multi-site teams and driving business growth.
Achievements in Product Development Strategies
John Baddick has a strong background in implementing go-to-market strategies under aggressive timelines. He leverages his technical and operational expertise to develop agile product development strategies, which have been instrumental in his leadership roles across various organizations. His ability to drive business growth in both startup and enterprise environments is a key aspect of his professional profile.