Metron Aviation Appoints Alan Bloodgood as Vice President of Advanced Development and Support

Mr. Bloodgood joins Metron Aviation from Lockheed Martin, where he held numerous leadership positions in aviation and ATM programs. As Director of Aviation and Advanced Project Development, Mr. Bloodgood engineered and deployed high-reliability Communication, Navigation, and Surveillance (CNS) ATM systems for a global customer base. Also, he was also responsible for the overall development of ATM technology and investment strategy for U.S. and international operations. In his most recent position at Lockheed Martin, as Director of Homeland Security Solutions, he managed large-scale programs in the areas of credentialing, border security and air security. Alan brings a wealth of program management, strategic planning and aviation investment analysis experience to Metron Aviation, said Jim Gaughan, Senior Vice President of Advanced Research and Engineering. His project management experience, with both long-term ATM strategy and large-scale technology deployments, positions him well for working with the FAA on NextGen concepts. Im excited to join a company that is not only recognized for pioneering ATM research, but also for developing groundbreaking NextGen capabilities, said Mr. Bloodgood. Its an exciting time in our industry and I look forward to the opportunity to support the FAA and help shape the future of our National Airspace.