Colonel (Ret.) James H. Jenkins III (Jimmy) has served as our Executive Vice President of Precision Strike and Defense Systems since May 2025. A retired U.S. Army Colonel, he brings nearly three decades of military leadership and over a decade of defense industry experience to AV.

Before joining AV, Jimmy held senior leadership roles at BlueHalo, Dynetics, and Northrop Grumman. He led major programs across hypersonics, high-energy lasers, integrated air and missile defense, and space systems, including work on the U.S. Army’s IBCS and JTAGS programs. He also supported international defense initiatives, including modernization efforts for the Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces.

Jimmy retired from the Army in 2014 after 28 years of service. His final role was Deputy Commander for Operations at the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command, overseeing homeland missile defense and satellite communications units. Earlier commands included the 69th Air Defense Artillery Brigade and the 3-2 ADA Battalion, where he led innovation in counter-rocket and mortar defense systems.

A West Point graduate, Jimmy holds degrees in Electrical Engineering, Operations Research, and Strategic Art. His awards include the Distinguished Service Medal, Bronze Star, Legion of Merit, and multiple airborne and proficiency badges from U.S. and allied militaries.