ICEYE US Establishes Government Advisory Board to Accelerate Capability Development for National Security

Distinguished Defense and Intelligence Leaders to Provide Strategic Guidance as ICEYE US Expands Its National Security Portfolio

IRVINE, Calif., April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ICEYE US, an independent FOCI-mitigated U.S. company affiliated with ICEYE, the global leader in synthetic aperture radar (SAR), today announced the formation of its Government Advisory Board. The board comprises two distinguished leaders with extensive experience across the U.S. defense, intelligence, and geospatial intelligence communities.

The mission of the ICEYE US Government Advisory Board is to advance the strategic integration of commercial space-based monitoring capabilities within the U.S. national security ecosystem by providing expert guidance on acquisition reform, mission architecture, and operational integration.

"We're honored to have assembled this Government Advisory Board as ICEYE US matures our capabilities to meet the full spectrum of national security challenges," said Eric Jensen, CEO of ICEYE US. "Admiral Sharp and General Shaw understand what it takes to turn capability into operational advantage. Their guidance will be instrumental as we deliver capabilities that are mission-ready and operationally relevant, and we're grateful they're willing to help us get there."

"I have been a longtime advocate for the unique insights offered by SAR and have always been impressed by ICEYE's leadership in the industry," said Vice Admiral Bob Sharp, USN (Ret.). "Passionate, creative problem solvers dedicated to mission success, they continually innovate and evolve to ensure they're delivering the very best products and services possible to help inform decision and action where and when it matters most. I'm excited and honored to be joining the crew!"

"The SAR phenomenology and services that ICEYE US provides will be increasingly important to the warfighter and to our society in the days ahead," said Lieutenant General John Shaw, USSF (Ret.). "I'm thrilled to be on the team!"

Government Advisory Board Members

Vice Admiral Bob Sharp, USN (Ret.) served as the 7th Director of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency from February 2019 until June 2022, where he led over 14,000 personnel across more than 120 locations worldwide. A Naval Intelligence Officer for over 34 years, VADM Sharp previously commanded the Office of Naval Intelligence and served as Director of the National Maritime Intelligence-Integration Office. He is currently CEO of B Sharp — Global Solutions doing a combination of consulting, advisory and fellowship work, focused on helping the success of people who are trying to make the world a better place.

Lieutenant General John Shaw, USSF (Ret.) served as Deputy Commander of U.S. Space Command from 2020 to 2023, directing 12,000+ personnel worldwide. Among the first general officers commissioned in the United States Space Force, Lt Gen Shaw brings 33+ years of experience in national security space and aerospace engineering, having commanded the Combined Force Space Component Command and Fourteenth Air Force. He currently serves with Sierra Space's national security space strategic advisory group and on the board of directors of Stoke Space.

About ICEYE US

At ICEYE US we equip U.S. government agencies, defense contractors, and commercial enterprises with access to timely, reliable, and actionable persistent monitoring. Leveraging the world's largest constellation of advanced synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites, we deliver critical insights—anywhere on Earth, regardless of weather or light conditions.

Driven by innovation and a commitment to national security, ICEYE US is a trusted partner in addressing complex challenges, from disaster response and defense operations to environmental change and scientific discovery.

Based in the heart of Southern California's defense-tech innovation hub, we are a mission-focused, technology-driven organization, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in Earth observation.

For more information, visit www.iceye.us.

SOURCE ICEYE