Chris Jenkins

Chris Jenkins serves as the Research Security Officer and Assistant Director at Mississippi State University since March 2019, focusing on facility security, the National Industrial Security Program, export controls, and related regulatory compliance. Prior experience includes over 23 years with the United States Air Force, where roles spanned from F-22 Integrated Avionics Supervisor to Operational Test Program Manager for UAS programs, emphasizing aircraft maintenance and quality assurance. Additional positions held in the aerospace industry include Maintenance Lead at Merlin RAMCo Inc. and Payloads Manager at Stark Aerospace, along with comprehensive educational credentials in aeronautics and avionics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and the Community College of the Air Force.