The USADG Team

Joel Smith is the President and Founder of U.S. Aerospace Defense Group, where he leads the company’s mission to deliver unparalleled support to space, aerospace, and Department of Defense (DoD) industry partners. With extensive experience in the aerospace and defense sectors, Joel has a proven track record of successfully guiding major programs and initiatives for both public and private entities.

A respected executive, Joel has played an instrumental role in high-profile aerospace and defense programs, including: the Raytheon Aerospace C-12 Tri-Service Contract, C-21, U.S. Customs and Drug Interdiction Program, C-9 and KC-10 Programs, the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, COSMIC-2, Lockheed Martin Space Systems’ Satellite Redesign, NASA Space Station Programs, and DoD CARB Programs.

 As both a visionary leader and hands-on manager, Joel has chaired numerous Proposal Committees and Engineering Change Boards, contributing to the successful execution of complex projects. With over 23 years of experience in program management, procurement, contract management, negotiations, and auditing, Joel has managed more than $550 million in annual sales. He also served as a liaison to the Department of Defense and key aerospace manufacturers.