Ricky Knowles

Ricky Knowles has a remarkable track record of success in the aerospace and UAV industry, bringing nearly a decade of progressive experience in Group 2 and 3 UAV from Insitu. Beginning his tenure at Insitu as ScanEagle Program Manager, and concluding it as Vice President of Business Operations, Knowles lead a portfolio of acquisition, sustainment, production and development projects, both domestically and internationally. Prior to Insitu, Knowles served ten years as a Naval Aviator flying over 1,500 hours in the EP-3 and P-3C aircraft. As a Pilot and Mission Commander, he conducted Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions in the Middle East, Europe and Western Pacific. Prior to leaving the Navy, he was a Secretary Joint Staff (SJS) Officer where he earned the Defense Meritorious Service Medal for his service to the 4-star Command Group.