Media

AEVEX News

Robert Ritz

ROBERT RITZ

SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER

U.S ARMY

Robert Ritz, the son, grandson, and great grandson of Army officers attended The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina and graduated in 2002. Upon his graduation he entered the US Army as an Armor Officer and was assigned to 2-72 AR in Korea from 2002-2004. Elements of 2-72 AR deployed to Ramadi Iraq with 1-9 IN from 2004-2005. Upon redeployment to the United States, Robert attended the Maneuver Captain’s Career Course in Fort Knox, KY and then took command of Crazy Troop, 1/9 CAV, 1^st Cavalry Division at Fort Hood (Now Fort Cavazos). Robert deployed to Maysan Province, Iraq in 2008-2009 where he conducted security and reconnaissance operations along the Iran/Iraq border. Robert’s final assignment was at the National Ground Intelligence Center in Charlottesville, VA where he was an Armor Systems Intelligence Analyst and eventually the Deputy Program Manager of the Counterinsurgency Targeting Program (CITP). Robert left active service in 2012 with the rank of Major. Robert has been an AEVEX employee since 2018 working various intelligence support contracts and is currently assigned as a Senior Program Manager in McLean, VA.

AEVEX Aerospace wins Best Compensation Award from Comparably

Solana Beach, CA — January 13, 2025 – AEVEX Aerospace proudly announces its selection as one of Comparably’s Best Compensation Companies of 2024. This award recognizes AEVEX as among the top large companies based on employee feedback results in the top 15% of similarly sized companies on Comparably’s Compensation Score. “Our company is deeply committed to ensuring that every employee is...

AEVEX Demonstrates Loitering Munitions Capabilities at Northern Strike 24-2

At Northern Strike 24-2, AEVEX Aerospace deployed its Dagger, Disruptor, and Dominator loitering munitions, also known as launched effects or one-way attack drones. These unmanned aerial systems are designed for precision targeting in dynamic combat scenarios, offering both flexibility and firepower. Northern Strike, a major military exercise in Michigan, focuses on joint force readiness and...

AEVEX Aerospace Expands Facilities In Murrieta, CA

SAN DIEGO, CA - Oct 23, 2024 — AEVEX Aerospace, a premier provider of full-spectrum special mission solutions and tactical systems, announced the expansion of their aircraft modification facilities located at the French Valley Airport (F70) in Murrieta, CA. The new facilities provide the AEVEX campus with an additional 15,000 square feet of light industrial space for parts manufacture, repairs,...