Michael T. Moran

Michael Thomas Moran (born 1962) is a United States Navy vice admiral who most recently served as Principal Military Deputy to the Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Research, Development and Acquisition) from October 12, 2018 to August 4, 2021. He previously served as the Program Executive Officer for Tactical Aircraft Programs. Raised in Walden, New York, Moran is a 1984 graduate of the United States Naval Academy with a B.S. degree in engineering. He was designated a naval flight officer in 1986 and later received an M.S. degree in human resources management from Troy State University.

Awards and decorations

Naval Flight Officer insigniaNavy Distinguished Service MedalDefense Superior Service MedalLegion of MeritMeritorious Service Medal with three gold award starsNavy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with two award starsNavy and Marine Corps Achievement MedalNavy Unit CommendationNavy Meritorious Unit CommendationCoast Guard Meritorious Unit Commendation with "O" deviceNational Defense Service Medal with one bronze service starGlobal War on Terrorism Service MedalArmed Forces Service MedalNavy Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with four service starsNATO Medal for YugoslaviaNavy Rifle Marksmanship Ribbon with Sharpshooter DeviceNavy Pistol Marksmanship Ribbon with Sharpshooter DeviceCommand at Sea insigniaOffice of the Secretary of Defense Identification Badge