Trey Pappas is a proven leader with a distinguished career spanning over three decades, combining extensive military
service and executive-level business development expertise. As CRO at CesiumAstro, Trey oversees strategic initiatives
to drive revenue growth and expand the company’s market presence in advanced space communication technologies.
His leadership has been instrumental in positioning CesiumAstro as a leading innovator in phased array and satellite
connectivity solutions.
Before becoming Chief Revenue Officer, Trey served as Vice President of Business Development and Director of Business
Development and Programs at CesiumAstro. In these roles, he spearheaded partnerships, expanded the customer base,
and led critical programs to deliver scalable, high-reliability communication systems. His focus on cultivating relationships
and identifying growth opportunities has been pivotal to the company’s success.
Prior to his transition to the private sector, Trey served in the United States Marine Corps for more than 29 years, where he
held key leadership positions, including Deputy Commander of the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab and Chief of Staff of the
Marine Corps Combat Development Command. As Commanding Officer of Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Trey
led a staff of over 2,100 personnel supporting a multibillion-dollar industrial capacity, driving infrastructure modernization,
operational efficiency, and safety improvements. Throughout his military career, he consistently demonstrated strategic
vision, operational acumen, and a commitment to excellence.
Trey’s military service also includes commanding VMFA(AW)-242, a Marine Fighter Squadron, where he led 186 Marines
and managed $500M in aviation assets. He flew more than 100 combat missions, earning qualifications from the U.S. Navy
Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN) and the Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course (MAWTS-1).
Trey holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Duke University, a Master of Science in National Resource Strategy
from the Dwight D. Eisenhower School for National Security, and a Master of Arts in National Security and Strategic Studies
from the U.S. Naval War College, where he graduated with Highest Distinction. His education, combined with his military
and business leadership, equipped him with a unique perspective on strategy, resource management, and organizational
development.
At CesiumAstro, Trey leverages his experience to foster innovation, drive customer engagement, and guide the company’s
growth in the competitive aerospace and defense market. His dedication to building high-performing teams and delivering
exceptional results makes him a cornerstone of the organization’s success.
