Chris Lettiere

Chris Lettiere is an experienced engineering executive with over two decades in the defense industry, currently serving as Vice President of Engineering at Leonardo DRS since October 2000. In this role, Chris directs engineering activities for a $300M firm, overseeing the design and development of various systems, including Air Combat Training and Electronic Warfare Systems. Previously, Chris held positions as Vice President and General Manager of DRS Unmanned Systems and spent extensive time in the U.S. Air Force Reserve and the U.S. Air Force, reaching the rank of Lieutenant Colonel and Captain, respectively. Chris's educational background includes a Master’s degree in Systems Management from the U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Connecticut.