Mike Torres, Lt Col (Ret), M.B.A.
About Mike Torres, Lt Col (Ret), M.B.A.
Mike Torres is a retired Lieutenant Colonel with an M.B.A. who has extensive experience in military operations and leadership. He currently serves as an Indirect Fire Specialist at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, having previously held various roles in the United States Air Force and Texas Air National Guard.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Mike Torres currently serves as an Indirect Fire Specialist at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions. He has held this position since 2022. In this role, he applies his extensive military experience to support the company's defense and security initiatives.
Experience in the United States Air Force
Mike Torres has a significant background in the United States Air Force. He worked as the Executive Officer to the Vice Commander of 1AF at Tyndall Air Force Base from 2014 to 2016. Following this role, he served as Branch Chief NGB J316 and Commander of Det 1 254 CCG from 2017 to 2021. His experience also includes serving as Command Action Officer at the Texas Air National Guard headquarters from 2016 to 2017 and as Deputy Commander and Operations Officer for the 6 Civil Support Team from 2008 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Mike Torres holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from American Military University, where he studied Entrepreneurship. He also achieved a Master of Military Art and Operational Science from Air University. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Park University, completing his studies from 1998 to 2001.
Background in Civil Support Operations
Throughout his career, Mike Torres has developed expertise in civil support operations. His roles in the Texas Air National Guard included serving as Operations Officer and Deputy Commander for the 6 Civil Support Team, where he focused on operational readiness and coordination of civil support missions.