Paul Marston
About Paul Marston
Paul Marston is the Executive Director of the C5ISR Group at Odyssey Systems, where he leads the development and support of defense systems for the US and its allies. With over 30 years of experience in defense acquisition, he has held various leadership roles in both industry and government sectors.
Work at Odyssey Systems
Paul Marston has served as the Executive Director of the C5ISR Group at Odyssey Systems since 2023. In this role, he leads the development, production, fielding, and sustaining of critical defense systems for the United States and its allies. His position is based in Lincoln, Massachusetts, where he oversees various initiatives aimed at enhancing defense capabilities.
Previous Experience at MCR, LLC
Prior to joining Odyssey Systems, Paul Marston held multiple positions at MCR, LLC. He served as Group Manager for Cost Analysis Services from 2000 to 2003, and later as President of MCR Global from 2016 to 2023. His experience also includes roles as Vice President of Defense Programs, Director of Air Force Programs, and Director of C4I Programs, accumulating extensive expertise in defense acquisition.
Military Background
Paul Marston has a background in the United States Air Force, where he worked as an Officer, Acting Comptroller, and Cost Chief from 1986 to 1992. This experience provided him with foundational knowledge in defense operations and financial management within the military context.
Education and Expertise
Paul Marston holds a Master of Science in Management from Boston University, which he completed in 1984. He also studied at Harvard Business School, achieving a PLD9 through their Executive Education program in 2010. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from San Diego State University from 1978 to 1982. With over 30 years of experience in defense acquisition, he has worked with both industry and government sectors, serving clients in the US, Europe, and the Pacific.