Jeff Showalter
Vice President of Weapons and Space Systems Operations, HII Mission Technologies
Jeff Showalter is responsible for a diverse business portfolio in Huntsville, Alabama, with over 250 team members across the country. Showalter and his team connect supply chain, warehousing, data analytics, reverse engineering and production capabilities to deliver comprehensive obsolescence management solutions.
“What sets us apart is pairing our people-centric approach with HII’s cutting-edge data analytics and expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning, ensuring platforms are not just operational but mission-ready,” Showalter said.
Showalter’s portfolio also includes capabilities spanning satellite training; ground vehicle, aviation, spacecraft and satellite advanced materials coatings; ground vehicle mobility, power and energy; and armaments and munitions supporting customers in each of the defense services, joint agencies, civilian agencies and commercial industries.
“Jeff’s team is on a mission to empower the warfighter by optimizing platform availability and sustainability,” said Grant Hagen, president of HII Mission Technologies CEWS business group. “Jeff’s leadership and vision are advancing Mission Technologies’ goal to offer top-tier, full-service obsolescence management solutions that deliver the advantage to our customers.”
Why Watch
Showalter’s team focuses on maximizing platform availability and power for the warfighter. By integrating supply chain, warehousing, data analytics, reverse engineering, and production, it delivers top-tier obsolescence management solutions. Combining a people-first approach with HII’s advanced data analytics and AI/ML expertise, the team ensures platforms are mission ready. Additionally, it’s developing power and thermal solutions to prepare platforms for emerging technologies like directed energy.
While business growth is a priority, Showalter believes responsibility doesn’t stop with customer commitments. His employees are making their mark in the communities where they live and work, volunteering for nonprofits and supporting community activities.
The dedication, innovation and collaboration of Showalter’s team converges to empower his mission: supporting the warfighter and ensuring success in the ever-evolving landscape of defense technology.