In the past three years, there's been a significant shift in the perception of manufacturing and national security, with more young talent wanting to work in this sector rather than at traditional tech companies.

The U.S. needs to ensure that its most senior defense leaders are technically proficient to compete effectively with adversaries.

If I were to update 'The Kill Chain' in 2025, I would emphasize the importance of production and manufacturing capabilities, which are crucial for maintaining a competitive edge in defense.

We need to retrofit legacy defense systems with modern software to enhance their capabilities, as many of these vehicles will remain in service for decades.

The separation of commercial and defense innovation since the 1970s has led to a decline in the effectiveness of the defense industrial base.

Investing in defense tech is booming, but the market is not as limitless as it seems; there are mature and emergent competitors, and the available budget is often more constrained than perceived.

To reduce costs in defense manufacturing, we need to shift from creating high-end, exquisite products to producing lower-cost items with interchangeable parts.

The consolidation of defense contractors has led to a lack of competition, which is a root cause of inefficiencies in the defense industrial base.

The American defense manufacturing system is burdened by a five-year plan, similar to a communist approach, which stifles innovation and competition.