John D. Cinnamon

John D. Cinnamon is a highly experienced professional in aerospace and defense, currently serving as a Senior Technology Portfolio Manager at The Aerospace Corporation, leading substantial internal technology investment portfolios. John has also held various leadership roles, including Founder & CEO of Rare Air Technical Enterprises, Instructor Pilot for a major US airline, and Principal Senior Analyst for the United States Space Force. John's extensive military experience includes key positions such as Operations Group Commander, Director of Plans at the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, and Permanent Professor at the United States Air Force Academy. An accomplished academic, John holds a Ph.D. in Aeronautical Engineering from the U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology and advanced degrees in Joint Campaign Planning & Strategy and Aerospace Engineering.