Steve Speares
Combat Veteran, Defense Professional, Curious Explorer of the Unknown
- Role
- F-35 Instructor Pilot at Lockheed Martin
- Location
- Newport, NC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Steve Speares
Chance favors the prepared mind.From an East German exchange to solo adventuring in Australia to holding the world record for the most F-35 flight time without an engine, I’ve always sought out broader horizons and perspectives. I enjoy connecting and transforming disparate concepts into novel solutions, adapting products and processes to address complex problems. In a world where perception is reality, linking competence with compassionate yet confident leadership is the most effective way to drive dynamic decision.
Experience
F-35 Instructor Pilot
Sep 2025 — Present
Education
United States Air Force Academy
Bachelor of Science - BS, Astronautical Engineering
U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology
Master of Science - MS, Aeronautical Engineering
U.S. Naval War College
Master of Arts - MA, National Security and Strategic Studies
United States Air Force Test Pilot School
Master of Science - MS, Flight Test Engineering
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