Margaret Wilson, Sensor Coordination

With over 35 years of dedicated service supporting the Department of Defense, Margaret’s career reflects deep expertise in missile defense systems, sensor deployment, systems integration, and large-scale test planning. Beginning in the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Program Office, the foundation was laid in program management, system engineering, and coordination across diverse defense stakeholders.
Throughout her career, significant contributions were made to critical missile defense testing in the Pacific region as well as the design and development of software and hardware integration labs in both Huntsville, Alabama, and Southern California, enabling robust testing, rapid prototyping, and system-level validation of complex defense architectures. She has taken the opportunity to collaborate closely with the Israeli Ministry of Defense, supporting joint missile defense integration efforts and strengthening international partnerships on shared sensor and test objectives.

Her expertise extends into full-scale test planning and design, supporting integrated missile defense test campaigns requiring coordination across sensors, shooters, and command-and-control systems. This includes hands-on field experience deploying the AN/TPY-2 radar to Wake Island and additional strategic global locations, ensuring test readiness and sensor integration in support of national defense objectives.
Currently Margaret works as the Auxiliary Sensor Coordinator for Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) flight testing with a leadership role in coordinating sensor systems, ensuring data collection integrity, and aligning multi-agency technical requirements to support emerging hypersonic capabilities.