Robin Winkfein
Leadership and Excellence Across Disciplines
Robin Winkfein is a seasoned leader and Air Force veteran with over two decades of experience driving mission-critical initiatives across the aerospace, defense, and technology sectors. With a distinguished career spanning Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, and the United States Air Force, Robin brings deep expertise in program and project management, earned value management, integrated scheduling, and organizational leadership.
Robin has led high-impact, multimillion-dollar programs that demanded precision, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic foresight. At Northrop Grumman, she served in several senior roles, including Deputy F-35 IT Program Manager and Staff Compliance Specialist, where she excelled in executive-level communications, supplier oversight, and risk management. Her ability to lead diverse teams—from engineering to manufacturing—while fostering talent development has been a cornerstone of her leadership style.
Her career is marked by a strong command of both financial systems and IT tools, including Microsoft Project, SharePoint, and Deltek Cobra. She is a trusted expert in navigating compliance environments, from government contracting to industry audit standards, and is recognized for her skill in aligning program execution with strategic objectives.
Robin began her career in the U.S. Air Force as a Maintenance Production Management Journeyman, where she developed the logistical and operational acumen that would define her path forward. Her educational background includes studies in Business Administration at the University of Nebraska and Production Management through the Community College of the Air Force.
With a reputation for integrity, technical proficiency, and collaborative leadership, Robin continues to be a driving force behind operational excellence in the defense industry.