Rob Geckle

Rob Geckle, Chairman and CEO of Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, dives into the competition between Silicon Valley and traditional defense contractors in the space industry. He discusses the implications of federal budget cuts and the escalating U.S. space race with China. Geckle highlights how tech companies are innovating in defense, particularly through AI and autonomy, and explores how recent conflicts have reshaped military technology. The conversation sheds light on the transformation of warfare and the crucial role of software in modern military strategies.