Air Force’s Keith Hardiman Wins WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Award for CIO of the Year
The Air Force’s Keith Hardiman has won WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Award for Chief Information Officer of the Year (Government). On June 2, WashingtonExec unveiled the winners of the 2026 Chief Officer Awards, its premier recognition of the executives shaping the future of government contracting. This annual can’t-miss event celebrates bold, innovative leaders across government and
MetroStar’s AI Maintenance Platform Chosen by Travis Air Force Base
MetroStar and ActionStreamer’s AI-powered maintenance product Iris has been purchased by Travis Air Force Base in Fairfield, Calif. This makes Travis AFB an early adopter partner and marks a pivotal step in the U.S. Air Force’s modernization of aircraft maintenance. “Travis AFB’s adoption of Iris shows a commitment to the men and women who keep
Top Cloud Executives to Watch in 2026: Air Force’s George Forbes
George Forbes Director, Digital Operations Directorate, Headquarters Air Force A3X Last year saw the successful development and launch of the Air Resource Tool Enterprise Mission Information System, replacing legacy aviation resource management systems with a secure, scalable, cloud-native platform that consolidates fragmented data into a single source of truth for aviation readiness. By tracking medical
Northrop Grumman Corp. Wins US Air Force Contract for Communications Solutions
Northrop Grumman Corp. has won a follow-on contract with the U.S. Air Force to connect airborne platforms with faster, secure communications solutions. As part of this work, Northrop Grumman will deliver NG InSight, “a software-programmable, open systems compliant processor designed to keep warfighters connected and adaptable in rapidly changing mission environments,” the company said. Under
WATCH: Securing Air & Space: The Operational Imperatives with Tim Grayson, Marty Whelan
In this virtual video panel series, WashingtonExec sits down with industry and public sector leaders to discuss current challenges, innovations and initiatives top of mind across the government IT landscape. WashingtonExec’s Amanda Ziadeh is joined by Tim Grayson, special assistant to the secretary of the Air Force, and Martin “Marty” Whelan, senior vice president of
HII Wins $6.7B Air Force Electronic Warfare Contract
HII has won a $6.7 billion contract to provide electronic warfare engineering and technical services support for the U.S. Air Force. The indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contract is the largest awarded to HII’s Mission Technologies division, the company reported. “We have a team of subject matter experts with deep expertise in all aspects of electromagnetic
2024 Chief Officer Awards Winner: Air Force’s Aaron Bishop
Aaron Bishop, chief information security officer, Air Force, won WashingtonExec’s 2024 Chief Officer Award for Chief Information Security Officer in the Government category. WashingtonExec on May 10 unveiled the winners of the Chief Officer Awards, an annual program that celebrates influential and innovative executives in government and industry in the C-suite. The event took place
ManTech Wins $110M Air Force Contract for Human Capital Transformation, AI
ManTech has secured a 3-year, $110 million contract with the U.S. Air Force to transform data architectures, modernize platforms and integrate artificial intelligence into human capital processes. “ManTech’s digital transformation capabilities will play a pivotal role in revamping the Air Force’s human capital systems portfolio,” said David Hathaway, president of ManTech’s defense sector. “By implementing
Astrion Joint Venture Beyond New Horizons Wins $3.7B Air Force Contract
Beyond New Horizons, LLC, an Astrion joint venture with Fluor, has won a $3.7 billion contract with the U.S. Air Force. This is a 12-year Test Operations and Sustainment II contract that supports the Arnold Engineering Development Complex. “Through this contract, Astrion will establish a new era of aerospace testing for the Air Force characterized
ManTech Wins $44M Air Force Contract for Software Development Solutions
ManTech was awarded a $44 million contract with the Secretary of the Air Force, Office of Studies and Analysis for software development solutions and services. Under this 5-year indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity recompete, ManTech will deliver software modification and maintenance, configuration management and analytical support for operating specific modeling and simulation tools, the company said.
Intelsat Wins Air Force Connectivity Contract
Satellite and terrestrial network operator Intelsat has secured a contract from the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory. Under this agreement, Intelsat will create and evaluate satellite communication systems for various Air Force aircraft. The deal is part of the Defense Experimentation Using Commercial Space Internet program to address the government’s need for resilient communications for
LMI Wins $98M Air Force Small Business Innovation Phase III Contract
LMI won a 5-year, $98 million indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity Small Business Innovation Research Phase III contract from the U.S. Air Force. The two initial task orders are to expand support to the Space Security and Defense Program and the Space Warfighting Analysis Center. This contract will also further develop LMI’s Rapid Analysis & Prototyping
CACI Wins $5.7B Air Force Enterprise IT-as-a-Service Agreement
CACI International won a $5.7 billion blanket purchase agreement for Enterprise IT-as-a-Service Wave 1, to deliver enterprise technology to over 800,000 airmen and Space Force guardians around the world. “We are honored to serve the Air Force and deliver on the department’s vision for a modern IT infrastructure,” said CACI President and CEO John Mengucci.
Top DOD Execs to Watch in 2023: Air Force’s Eileen Vidrine
Eileen Vidrine Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer, Department of the Air Force Eileen Vidrine is a powerhouse in the field of data and artificial intelligence. Previously the Air Force’s chief data officer, she took over as CDAO in January. She is tasked with developing and implementing innovative strategies that optimize performance and drive innovation
Top DOD Execs to Watch in 2023: Air Force’s Eileen Vidrine
Eileen Vidrine Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer, Department of the Air Force Eileen Vidrine is a powerhouse in the field of data and artificial intelligence. Previously the Air Force’s chief data officer, she took over as CDAO in January. She is tasked with developing and implementing innovative strategies that optimize performance and drive innovation
AT&T, Trinity Cyber Collaborate on USAF Managed Cyber Solution
AT&T and Trinity Cyber, Inc. have been working together to provide a cybersecurity solution commercially managed and aimed at benefiting the U.S. Air Force. The Secure Internet Gateway is expected to bolster cybersecurity measures and decrease risks for Air Force networks. The Biden administration’s priority remains on enhancing the country’s cyber defenses, as evidenced by
Top Government Tech Leaders to Watch in 2023: Air Force’s Winston Beauchamp
Winston Beauchamp Deputy Chief Information Officer, Department of the Air Force The future fight requires a digital foundation the nation’s warfighters can rely on, now and in the future. As the Department of the Air Force deputy chief information officer, Winston Beauchamp is working on making changes in the IT enterprise to deliver capabilities to
Boeing Snags Air Force Contract for 15 KC-46A Tankers
Boeing has won a $2.3 billion U.S. Air Force contract for the ninth production lot of 15 KC-46A Pegasus tanker aircraft, a multi-mission aerial refueler. To date, 128 KC-46A Pegasus are on contract with the Air Force, with 68 delivered and operationally deployed worldwide. “The combat-ready KC-46A is transforming the role of the tanker for
ICF Snags $25M Air Force Environmental Services Contract
ICF has won a task order to provide the Air Force with centralized environmental management support services at multiple Air Force bases in the U.S. and the Middle East. The contract, which was awarded by Air Force Central Command, has a term of 66 months, including a 12-month base, four 12-month options and one 6-month
Akima Wins $109.7M Air Force Logistics Contract
Akima Logistics Services has been awarded a $109.7 million firm-fixed-price contract to procure contractor logistics support for 58 total U.S. Air Force Academy aircraft. The aircraft are located at Peterson Air Force Base, the U.S. Air Force Academy and an academy auxiliary airfield, all located in Colorado. The contract includes contractor-provided tow aircraft and tow
Top 35 Execs to Watch in 2022: Air Force’s Lauren Knausenberger
Lauren Knausenberger Chief Information Officer, Department of the Air Force As CIO of the Department of the Air Force, Lauren Knausenberger has been in her role since February, after joining the service in 2017 having worked in industry in roles including founder and president of Accellint Inc., a consulting firm, and as venture partner with
DCS Wins $164M Contract to Support USAF Fighters, Bombers
DCS Corp. has been awarded a $164 million, 4-year prime contract to support the U.S. Air Force Fighters and Advanced Aircraft Directorate, and USAF Bombers Directorate. DCS will support the acquisition, fielding and sustainment for a large segment of the Air Force fighter and bomber fleet, along with foreign military sales support to numerous partner
CACI Wins $496M Air Force Contract for Automated Test System Support
CACI International has been awarded a 9-year, single-award IDIQ contract worth potentially $496 million by the U.S. Air Force Sustainment Center to expand its support of the Ogden Air Logistics Complex’s mission. “Automated testing and modernization of legacy test systems is a complex challenge,” said CACI President and CEO John Mengucci. “We are proud to
Parsons to Lead $953M Effort to Protect Air Force Bases
Parsons Corp. will spearhead an industry team to design, mature, procure, integrate, operate and maintain Air Base Air Defense systems across Europe and Africa. The new 10-year, $953 million indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity effort will be performed at Ramstein Air Base in Germany. It will focus on systems across the European and African continent areas
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