# Scott Ritchie

> Scott Ritchie co-founded Sigma Defense with Thor James in Perry, Georgia, in 2006 after a 22-year U.S. Air Force career. A former president and CEO, he is now Executive Vice President of Sigma Integrated Solutions. His public career includes the company’s 2021 Sagewind investment, its Perry production expansion and a 2026 technical education partnership at the Museum of Aviation.

- **Role:** Executive Vice President, Sigma Integrated Solutions at Sigma Defense Systems LLC
- **Organizations:** Sigma Defense Systems LLC, United States Air Force
- **Education:** Bachelor of Arts, Mercer University, Master of Business Administration, University of Georgia, Program management and acquisition professional certifications, Defense Acquisition University
- **Known for:** Co-founded Sigma Defense in 2006., Completed a 22-year Air Force career, retiring as a Chief Master Sergeant., Helped lead Sigma through its 2021 investment and subsequent Perry production expansion.

## Career timeline

- **1976** — Moved to Perry, Georgia, as recounted in his 2024 facility dedication remarks.
- **Before 2006** — Served 22 years in the U.S. Air Force and retired as a Chief Master Sergeant; exact service dates are not specified.
- **2006** — Co-founded Sigma Defense with Thor James; later served as president and CEO.
- **2021** — Became chief growth officer as Sagewind invested; retained significant equity ownership.
- **2023** — Participated in the Perry production facility groundbreaking as EVP and Systems General Manager.
- **2024** — Spoke at the dedication of Sigma’s Perry production facility.
- **2026** — Identified as EVP of Sigma Integrated Solutions in the GEAR Lab partnership announcement and current executive roster.

## Achievements

- Co-founded Sigma Defense in 2006.
- Completed a 22-year Air Force career, retiring as a Chief Master Sergeant.
- Helped lead Sigma through its 2021 investment and subsequent Perry production expansion.

## Latest updates

- **2026-05** — Spoke for Sigma’s sponsorship and technical partnership supporting the GEAR Lab at the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins.
- **2024-08** — Reflected on his Perry roots at the dedication of Sigma’s 13,400-square-foot production facility.

## Links

- Website: https://sigmadefense.com/about-sigma/scott-ritchie/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-ritchie-947109b3

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Last updated: 2026-10-23