American Systems officially names Lauren Kilcoyne as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective January 5. In this critical leadership role, Kilcoyne oversees company operations, spearheads business plan implementation, and supports acquisition strategies. She will also drive internal collaboration to ensure the organization meets its primary strategic objectives. A Proven Leader in Operations Kilcoyne joins…
Michael Duffey, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, is taking center stage to outline the future of military procurement. As the keynote speaker for the upcoming 2026 Defense R&D Summit, Duffey will provide critical insights into how the Department of War is restructuring its approach to accelerating defense acquisition. His address comes…
The Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific recently released a solicitation for the development and fielding of advanced intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities. Known as the ISR systems and Information Operations from Seabed to Space (S2ISR) contract, this initiative aims to provide the U.S. Navy with cutting-edge tools to detect and counter rapidly emerging global threats.…
Intel has officially appointed Robin Colwell as Government Affairs SVP, a strategic move designed to strengthen the company’s engagement with global regulators and policymakers. Based in Washington, D.C., Colwell will oversee Intel’s global government affairs organization, navigating complex trade policies and national security priorities. Her arrival comes at a critical time as the semiconductor industry…
Arcfield officially finalized its acquisition of Rite-Solutions on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in its strategy to broaden its national security capabilities. This move integrates Rite-Solutions’ specialized knowledge in naval systems and undersea warfare with Arcfield’s established leadership in nuclear surety and missile engineering. Strengthening Undersea Warfare and Naval Systems By completing the Arcfield closes…
SAIC has officially appointed Ravi Dankanikote as Chief Growth Officer, effective immediately. In this pivotal role, Dankanikote oversees the company’s enterprise growth strategy and drives go-to-market execution across key sectors, including defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets. Reporting directly to interim CEO Jim Reagan, his return to the organization marks a strategic move to strengthen…
The Department of War is rapidly industrializing its approach to unmanned systems to maintain a competitive edge on the modern battlefield. Moving beyond small-scale experimentation, the Department is now prioritizing high-volume production, streamlined acquisition, and the integration of autonomous technology into core military doctrine. This shift reflects a strategic pivot toward “robot-on-robot” warfare, ensuring that…
GRVTY, a platform company focused on providing advanced defense technology systems, recently appointed aerospace and defense industry veteran Tom Jackson as its Chief Growth Officer. Jackson’s arrival strengthens the executive team and signals a strategic move to aggressively pursue national security growth and market penetration in critical federal sectors. Jackson will lead the charge on…
It’s no secret that the federal landscape is in the middle of a seismic technological shift. The pressure is on for government contractors to move beyond legacy systems and embrace the capabilities of modern enterprise. The true challenge, however, is not just adopting cloud platforms or integrating a new AI tool; it’s achieving successful, holistic…
In the competitive waters of government contracting, securing a major naval maintenance contract is always a significant win, and the latest announcement involving BAE Systems is no exception. For those of us tracking the vital work being done on the U.S. fleet, the contract award for the USS Sherman modernization effort is a key indicator…