William Mahoney brings deep expertise in autonomy, AI, and mission systems to advance Redwire’s defense technology portfolio

Redwire Corporation (NYSE: RDW), a global leader in space and defense technology solutions, is strengthening its investment in next-generation defense capabilities with the appointment of William Mahoney as Chief Technology Officer of Redwire Defense Tech.

Mr. Mahoney will guide technology development across Redwire’s autonomous systems, EO/IR payloads, energy systems, sensors, and RF antenna solutions. His focus will be translating emerging technologies into product advancements that address evolving operational needs, drawing on expertise in airborne systems, autonomy, AI-enabled mission operations and digital engineering.

“William has worked at the forefront of some of the most demanding technologies in defense,” said Redwire Chairman and CEO Peter Cannito. “We are bringing that experience to bear across our Defense Tech portfolio to accelerate development, push the capabilities of our products and give operators more options in the field.”

Mr. Mahoney brings more than 25 years of engineering and technology leadership experience, most recently as Vice President and Chief Technology Officer for Leidos’ Airborne & Mission Solutions and Kinetic Effects businesses. His background spans uncrewed aircraft, counter-UAS and airborne mission systems. At Northrop Grumman, he led engineering and technology organizations supporting multi-billion annual portfolio execution.

About Redwire

Redwire Corporation (NYSE: RDW) is an integrated space and defense tech company focused on advanced technologies. We are building the future of aerospace infrastructure, autonomous systems, and multi-domain operations leveraging digital engineering and AI automation. Redwire’s approximately 1,400 employees located throughout North America and Europe are committed to delivering innovative space and airborne platforms transforming the future of multi-domain operations. For more information, please visit RDW.com.

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