Jeremy Leader

Jeremy Leader is a prominent figure in the United States Space Force, currently serving as the Deputy Director of the Cross Mission Ground and Communications Enterprise (SMC/ECX). In this role, he manages a substantial portfolio that includes over $5 billion in space programs and leads a team of more than 520 personnel. His responsibilities encompass overseeing critical projects related to Air Battle Management Systems and various data management platforms, which utilize artificial intelligence to enhance space operations.12

Professional Background

Before his current position, Leader held several key roles within the military and government sectors:

• Senior Materiel Leader at Space Systems Command (SSC), where he was involved in significant program management initiatives.
• Air Force Lead for the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), focusing on acquisition policy reforms.
• Defense Fellow for former Congressman Jeff Miller, contributing to legislative insights on defense matters.
• Deputy Chief of the Evolved Expendable Launch Vehicle (EELV) Acquisition Branch, where he worked on ensuring competition and success in national security space launches.124

Military Service

Leader has an extensive military background, currently serving as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Air Force Reserve. His past assignments include roles in missile operations and project management within various directorates of the Space and Missile Systems Center (SMC) at Los Angeles Air Force Base.23

Education and Certifications

He holds multiple professional certifications, including:

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Security+ certification Additionally, he has Defense Acquisition certifications in Program Management, Engineering, and Test/Evaluation.12

Personal Interests

Outside of his professional duties, Jeremy Leader enjoys reading, playing ice hockey, and spending time with his family, including his wife Laura and their dogs.1

For more detailed insights into his professional journey, you can view his LinkedIn profile under the username jeremy-leader-222b895b.5