Kris Beedle

Kris Beedle has extensive experience in aerospace engineering and management, currently serving as the KC-10 Over and Above Manager at VERTEX AEROSPACE LLC since January 2017, focusing on the KC/KDC-10 Program. Prior to this role, Kris worked at Boeing as a C17 Propulsion System Technical Analyst from October 2012 to January 2017 and held the position of Lead Engineer Engine Program at Northrop Grumman Corporation in the KC-10 Program Office from January 2010 to October 2012. Earlier experience includes a decade in Supplier Management on the KC-10 Engine Program at Boeing and a foundational role as a Jet Engine Mechanic in the U.S. Air Force from February 1980 to February 2000.