BlueForge Alliance
Billy Hughes currently serves as a Robotics Fellow at BlueForge Alliance since June 2024. Prior to this role, Hughes was the Senior Technology Director at Advanced Mobility, Inc. from August 2020 to June 2024, providing insights for the MC-130J Amphibious Capability project. From September 2015 to June 2024, Hughes held the position of Director of Programs Research and Development at Local Motors, significantly contributing to research, development, and product advancement in autonomous electric vehicles. Earlier experience includes a long tenure at Joy Global Inc. as a Technologist, leading the design of battery-powered equipment and developing precise machine specifications. Hughes holds a degree from the Tennessee College of Applied Technology in Knoxville, TN.
BlueForge Alliance
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BlueForge Alliance is an agile program integrator positioned to meet the intense and urgent demand to build capacity for the defense industrial base. We are a unifying organization converging technology, manufacturing, economics, and state and federal government to provide a forward-facing, federated umbrella with national visibility. As a non-profit, neutral convener, we align strategy with execution to coordinate regional stakeholders, assess and propose high-value efforts, and rapidly establish and deploy U.S. Department of Defense investments. Founded on the underlying mission of service to our nation, BlueForge Alliance integrates six core values — Belonging, Selfless Service, Integrity, Leadership, Respect and Excellence — into everything we do. Our values challenge and inspire our people to learn, grow and thrive as we work together to solve hard problems.