Science Advisory Board

 Andrew D. “Andy” Heaton 

Andrew Heaton is a veteran technology executive, international businessman, and humanitarian innovator with over 20 years of experience across five continents. As the Co-Founder and CEO of Tekniam, LLC, Heaton leads an elite team of Department of Defense (DOD) and Intelligence Community (IC) professionals in developing mission-critical communications and Counter-UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) technologies. He is the co-inventor of the Remote Universal Communications System (RUCS), a portable, scalable broadband solution designed to provide resilient connectivity for military missions, disaster relief, and first responders in the world’s most challenging environments.

Expanding his footprint in the aerospace sector, Heaton serves as a Strategic Advisor to Complete Aerospace Solutions (CAEROS), a subsidiary of the defense conglomerate Complete Financial Solutions, Inc. (CFSU). In this capacity, he advises on emerging communications technology, international strategy, and remote infrastructure to accelerate innovation for both government and commercial aerospace sectors. His professional network includes high-level partnerships with Rivada Space Networks, where he integrated the "OuterNET" low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation into Tekniam’s global connectivity systems.

Heaton’s career is defined by a commitment to bridging the digital divide, a mission born during a humanitarian operation in Venezuela. His diverse professional background spans private security, agriculture, and international commerce. Beyond his executive achievements, Heaton is a highly decorated athlete in the Highland Games, holding titles as a two-time National Caber Champion and a world record holder in the keg toss.

https://www.tekniam.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-heaton-132a44aa/