Susan Oakley

Susan Oakley is the Director of Business Development for imagery science and analysis, advanced analytics, ISR and geospatial data analysis within the Intelligence & Security (I&S) sector of BAE Systems. Global Analysis & Operations is a community leader in the analysis, training and support to the operations market providing expertise and support to the U.S. military, Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community and the private sector.

Susan joined the BD team in May of 2015 and brings over 17years of experience in the processing and analysis of imagery and geospatial data, technical training, business operations management, P&L management, and strategic business development. She is responsible for identifying opportunities and developing geospatial technical solutions. As a member of the BAE Systems Global Analysis & Operations leadership team for over 8 years, Susan has held various technical and business operations positions in support of customers across the DoD and Intelligence Community. Prior to joining BAE Systems, she was a manager and image scientist with McClendon L1 Solutions. During this time, Ms. Oakley excelled in hyperspectral data analysis, conducted field tests for experimental sensors, and provided consulting support to government customers.

Susan holds a BA in Geology from College of Charleston and a MA in Remote Sensing and GIS from Boston University. She is President of the American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing – Potomac Region. Susan lives in the heart of Washington DC with her husband and three young sons.