Mark Phillips
About Mark Phillips
Mark Phillips is the Director of Tactical Communications at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in Chantilly, Virginia. He has extensive experience in military and defense sectors, having held various leadership roles at organizations such as Boeing, Rockwell Collins, and the US Army.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Mark Phillips has served as the Director of Tactical Communications at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions since 2020. His role focuses on overseeing tactical communication strategies and solutions within the organization. Kratos Defense and Security Solutions is located in Chantilly, Virginia, and specializes in providing advanced technologies and services to government and commercial customers.
Previous Experience in Government Contract Solutions
Prior to his current position, Mark Phillips worked at Government Contract Solutions as the Director of the Missions Support Group from 2010 to 2012. In this role, he was responsible for managing mission support operations, contributing to the organization's capabilities in defense and security.
Military Background in the US Army
Mark Phillips served in the United States Army as a Captain from 1993 to 1997. His military experience includes serving in Airborne units at Ft. Bragg, North Carolina, where he held various leadership roles such as Company Commander, Executive Officer, and Battalion S-2. Additionally, he served as a Military Intelligence officer, leading an All-Source intelligence team in Korea.
Education and Expertise
Mark Phillips holds a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Iowa State University, where he graduated as a Distinguished Military Graduate. He also earned an MBA in Business Administration and Management from the University of Iowa's Henry B. Tippie College of Business. Furthering his education, he studied Data Analytics and Data Science at Georgetown University, where he obtained a graduate certificate.
Achievements and Certifications
Mark Phillips has received several awards throughout his career, including the Rockwell Chairman's Team Award for his leadership on the B787 proposal teams and the Boeing Business Development award during his tenure at Boeing. He is certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP) and a Lean Master, demonstrating his expertise in project management and process improvement.