Experience that
understands the mission.

Jose Rodriguez leads government engagement, integration, and transition efforts at Virt Space Strategies. He helps emerging space and dual-use companies align with mission needs and plan a path from prototype to operational capability. His work includes customer engagement roadmaps, growth strategies, and acquisition pathways. Jose served eleven years in the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force, including as GPS Operations Support Branch Chief. He later supported the Air Force’s Next Generation Gateway modernization program as a technical program manager. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and advanced program management and engineering certifications.

Andy Johnson supports business development and proposal strategy at Virt Space Strategies. His background combines military space operations with industry capture and growth planning. His industry work includes leading proposal teams, mapping government priorities, assessing the competitive landscape, and coordinating resources for new pursuits. Earlier, he served in the U.S. Space Force and U.S. Air Force in GPS operations and combat integration, leading operational teams and supporting advanced training. Andy holds an MBA from West Chester University and a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from The Catholic University of America.

Levi Almond supports business development and proposal strategy at Virt Space Strategies, bringing experience in defense acquisition, technology innovation, and program delivery. His background spans U.S. Air Force program management, logistics product support, intelligence operations, and industry aircraft and simulation programs. He has coordinated cross-functional teams, shaped proposals and business cases, and managed cost, schedule, performance, and risk across complex efforts. Levi also brings experience translating emerging technologies into practical offerings and aligning customer needs with engineering execution. A Project Management Professional, he holds a master’s degree in Global Security and Intelligence Studies and a bachelor’s degree in Military and Strategic Studies.

Kristin Atkins serves as Chief People and Marketing Officer for Virt’s Talent & Mission Team. She brings eight years of experience as a personal banker and five years performing human resource management at the YMCA, alongside a background in wellness, education, and program development. She founded and directed a STEM cooperative at Los Angeles Air Force Base, recruiting and training a teaching team and coordinating curriculum, schedules, and community engagement. Her experience also includes developing marketing materials, organizing events, and supporting teams in demanding service environments. At Virt, she brings that experience to people, communication, and organizational priorities.

Zaira Martinez brings more than twenty years of engineering, operations, and capture experience to Virt. She leads the identification and pursuit of strategic opportunities with an emphasis on execution readiness, clear requirements, stakeholder alignment, and disciplined transition to delivery. Her experience includes secure government facilities, aviation infrastructure, and other complex projects requiring close coordination of budgets, schedules, partners, and risk. A former U.S. Air Force civil engineer, program manager, and operations manager, Zaira holds degrees in Civil Engineering and Engineering Management. Her credentials include Project Management Professional and Building Envelope Commissioning Provider.

Tesa Coton supports Virt’s executive operations, coordinating schedules, partner communications, and the administrative work that keeps engagements moving. She brings more than a decade of experience in executive support, customer relationship management, and project coordination. Her background includes operations consulting and leadership in enrollment operations, quality, and compliance at Cornell University. At Virt, she helps organize day-to-day workflows, maintain clear communications, and support finance operations. Her approach combines attention to detail with practical process improvements, helping the team stay responsive and focused as work progresses across clients and partners.