Samantha McCue

Managing Director at 5-D Systems, Aerospace Leader, UAV Flight Test Director, Entrepreneur, and Speaker

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Samantha McCue is the Managing Director at 5-D Systems a Kratos Company, Aerospace Leader, UAV Flight Test Director, Entrepreneur, Board Member, and Speaker.

Aerospace Executive

Leading cutting-edge programs in defense and aerospace, Samantha brings deep technical expertise and strategic oversight to the most complex engineering challenges. From first-of-its-kind aircraft development to autonomous flight test, she delivers high-impact results at the intersection of innovation, execution, and mission-critical performance.

Board Member

As a trusted advisor and strategic thinker, Samantha contributes her insights to academic, technical, and entrepreneurial boards. Her experience spans both aerospace and consumer industries, where she brings a sharp systems mindset and a passion for empowering future leaders—especially women in STEM.

Speaker

A dynamic and relatable voice on leadership, high-performance teams, and women in STEM, Samantha inspires audiences with real-world stories from the flight line to the boardroom. Her talks bridge technical insight and human resilience—challenging professionals to lead boldly, align purposefully, and execute relentlessly.

“The skills that move ideas from concept to flight are the same ones that build teams, businesses, and lasting impact—when paired with decisive leadership and execution”

Samantha McCue

Samantha McCue

Managing Director at 5-D Systems
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