Kevin Tobias
About Kevin Tobias
Kevin Tobias serves as the Director of Product Management for Edge Solutions at Kratos Space, focusing on integrating 5G-NTN and AI/ML technologies. He has extensive experience in product engineering and management, having held various roles at ST Engineering iDirect and contributed to significant industry advancements.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Kevin Tobias serves as the Director of Product Management for Edge Solutions at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions. He has held this position since 2021, working from Chantilly, Virginia. In this role, he focuses on expanding the edge strategy to incorporate 5G-NTN and AI/ML technologies in 2024. He aims to enhance multi-mission capabilities for applications such as Satcom, Earth Observation, Remote Sensing, and Space Domain Awareness. His leadership includes launching the satellite industry's first edge native terminal, OpenEdge™, as part of the OpenSpace® initiative.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Tobias studied Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Government Intelligence at Liberty University, where he achieved his undergraduate degree. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in product management and engineering within the defense and aerospace sectors.
Background in Engineering and Product Management
Prior to his current role, Kevin Tobias worked at ST Engineering iDirect in various capacities from 2011 to 2019. He started as a Test Engineering Intern and progressed to roles including Test Engineering Associate, Test Engineer II, and Senior Engineer in Product Integrity. He also served as a Technical Product Manager for Integrated Solutions. His experience spans product engineering, testing, and management, contributing to significant advancements in satellite technology.
Achievements in Satellite Technology
Kevin Tobias played a key role in the DIFI consortium, contributing to the production of the industry's first DIFI compliant digitizer. He led the team that produced the industry's first MEF 3.0 certified OpenEdge platform, which enables satellite operators to utilize a powerful ecosystem of COTS networking and management applications. His work emphasizes open and standards-based strategies, fostering partnerships with value-added application vendors across telecommunications ecosystems.
Involvement in Industry Discussions
Kevin Tobias has participated in discussions regarding orchestrated and automated operations across multiple orbits in satellite networks. He was featured in a Constellations Podcast, where he discussed the evolution of satellite terminals and the digital transformation of satellite networks. His insights contribute to ongoing dialogues about advancements in satellite technology and operational efficiencies.