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Background

Vigilant Aerospace Systems, Inc. is the leading developer of multi-sensor detect-and-avoid and airspace management software for uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS or drones). Customers include NASA, the FAA, the U.S. Department of Defense and a variety of drone development programs. 

 

The Vigilant Aerospace Team

Kraettli L. Epperson
CEO, Vigilant Aerospace Systems
Kraettli is CEO of Vigilant Aerospace, the leading developer of multi-sensor detect-and-avoid and airspace management software for uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS or drones). He oversees Vigilant Aerospace's contracts with NASA, the FAA and the US Air Force and has participated in over 45 uncrewed aircraft flight tests. He is a frequent speaker on uncrewed aircraft technology including detect-and-avoid (DAA) and autonomous systems and is a member of the FAA's BVLOS Aviation Rulemaking Committee and the ASTM F38 Committee on technical standards. He has co-authored multiple AIAA papers with NASA and Oklahoma State University on autonomy and collision avoidance systems and is the co-inventor of four technology patents.
Zach Peterson
Director of Business Development
Zach leads Vigilant Aerospace’s go to market initiatives across industry and partners, with over 20 years of customer success and sales experience, primarily focused on the autonomous aviation and aerospace industries. He currently serves as Vice Chair of The North Dakota Unmanned Autonomous Systems Council (NDUASC), Secretary for the AUVSI Great Plains Chapter, and Vice President of the NDIA Northern Tier Chapter, and is a Part 61 Private Pilot and Part 107 Remote Pilot.
Jesse Smith
Senior Software Developer
Jesse is Vigilant’s Senior Software Developer and has more than 20 years of experience in software development. He has worked on large projects developing web service applications for the Department of Defense, programming financial software for the Bank of North Dakota and the ND State Treasury Department, as well as on projects for Fortune 500 companies like Sony EMG and Johnson & Johnson. This software developer has a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and a Minor in Statistics from Minot State University and continues to expand his knowledge base through online courses and certifications. Jesse has held Top Secret security clearance through work with a previous employer.
Tiffany Vanarsdel
Business Manager

Tiffany oversees business operations including finance, contracts, human resources, marketing support, software administration, and organizational infrastructure. She brings over two decades of cross-industry experience supporting executive leadership, managing financial systems, and optimizing operational efficiency. Prior to joining Vigilant, Tiffany held senior roles at KSM Transport Advisors and Reinventing Events, where she led financial operations, client services, and organizational planning across both in-person and remote teams. She also served for over a decade at the City of Edmond, and at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center, evaluating safety instruction and environmental compliance in accordance with FAA and OSHA standards.  Tiffany holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Environmental Safety from the University of Central Oklahoma.

Kendyn Webster
Director of Operations
Kendyn is a retired US Army Military Police Captain with extensive leadership experience. He holds a BA in Mass Communication from the University of Central Oklahoma, and certifications in Full Stack Development and Project Management. During his decade-long military career, Kendyn held roles such as Police Team Supervisor and Security Operations Manager, leading logistics operations, risk assessments, and team management. His technical expertise includes web development, software development management and agile software development methods. At Vigilant Aerospace Systems, Kendyn leverages his military and technical background to bridge technical solutions and client expectations, fostering collaborative teams and ensuring effective project execution. His leadership and technical skills drive organizational success.

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