Robert Shrader

Executive | Leader | Innovator | Strategic Planner | Intelligence Community | Defense | Space Operations

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

About

With a robust career spanning over 25 years, I am a seasoned leader in national security and space operations. My journey has been defined by strategic foresight, operational excellence, and an unwavering commitment to mission success. As a Deputy Manager of Operations, I've honed my skills in leading cross-functional teams and managing multi-billion-dollar budgets, ensuring that every initiative aligns with our national defense objectives. My experience includes spearheading advocacy strategies that resulted in a $37 billion increase in investment portfolios for emerging defense requirements. This achievement underscores my ability to navigate complex environments and secure essential funding to bolster our nation's strategic posture. Leading over 400 interagency professionals, I have consistently delivered impactful results that support the intelligence community and U.S. space organizations. Key skills include developing multi-million-dollar budgets, crisis management, program oversight, and strategy development. My leadership has been instrumental in enhancing deterrence capabilities through comprehensive risk assessments and strategic organizational transformations. I am passionate about building high-performing teams and fostering an environment where innovation thrives. My dedication to mentorship ensures that future leaders are equipped with the tools they need to succeed. Let's connect to explore how my expertise can drive your organization's success in national security and space operations.

Experience

  • Director, BMC2 Application Operational Analyst at Systematic C2
    Sep 2025 - Present · 10 mos

  • United States Space Force (4 yrs 7 mos)
    • Officer
      Feb 2021 - Aug 2025 · 4 yrs 7 mos

    • Director, NRO Operations Center & Commander, Delta 25
      Mar 2023 - Jun 2025 · 2 yrs 4 mos

      Lead a team of over 400 interagency professionals in planning, integrating, and deconflicting operations to ensure sustained success and improvement.

    • Chief, Resource Integration Division
      Jun 2021 - Mar 2023 · 1 yr 10 mos

      Led Space Force Engine Room preparing, advocating, recommending, and programming the Space Force 5-year budget program on behalf of the Chief of Space Operations and Secretary of the Air Force.

  • Student, Advanced Strategic Art Program at The United States Army War College
    Jul 2020 - Jun 2021 · 1 yr

    Graduate student selected for strategic program focused on the interface between policy and strategy.

  • US Air Force (21 yrs 1 mo)
    • Officer
      Jun 2000 - Jun 2021 · 21 yrs 1 mo

    • Deputy Commander, 50th Operations Group
      Sep 2019 - Jul 2020 · 11 mos

      Second-in-command of over 1000 person operations group responsible for command and control of multiple satellite constellations over multiple orbital regimes.

    • Division Chief, Special Access Program Management Office, Air Force Space Command
      Dec 2018 - Sep 2019 · 10 mos

      Led select team for all aspects of 4-star command's special access programs including security, budget planning, and budget execution.

  • Operations Officer, Special Actions Division at Joint Staff
    Jul 2014 - Jul 2016 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Action officer for multiple programs supporting global operations.