Current role is the Lockheed Martin Space Strategic Partnerships Lead for Space in the Ignite organization. Responsibilities include SBIR/STTR, OTA and CRAD opportunities as well as University Sponsored research. These activities are to identify, and champion emerging technology from sources outside of Lockheed Martin ecosystem for our Space business platforms supporting our DoD and NASA customer programs.
Prior to role employed at the Advanced Technical Center (ATC) in Lockheed Martin Space. Science research performed in organic synthesis, nanomaterials, propellant chemistry, high-temperature materials, and other aerospace centric research. Performed flight level hardware failure analysis, risk mitigation and other support activities supporting Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) and Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) programs. Joe has earned a BS from MBA, both from San Jose State University.