Seasoned Aerospace Executive To Lead Regional Operations And Strengthen National Security Partnerships
HERNDON, Va., June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — HawkEye 360, the global leader in signals intelligence data and analytics, is pleased to announce the appointment of Hiroshi “Henry” Ogawa as General Manager of Japan. In this role, Henry will lead HawkEye 360’s business and operational strategy in the region, reporting directly to Alex Fox, President, International Business Unit.
“We are thrilled to welcome Henry to the HawkEye 360 team,” said Fox. “Henry’s experience and credibility in the Japanese defense and aerospace sectors make him the ideal leader to drive our expansion in this strategically important region. His appointment reflects our long-term commitment to delivering value to our customers in Japan and providing the leadership needed to support mission success across the Indo-Pacific.”
Henry brings deep industry knowledge and leadership experience to HawkEye 360, having most recently served as CEO of Sumisho Aero-Systems Corporation, a subsidiary of Sumitomo Corporation and a strategic partner to HawkEye 360. He previously served as a Board Observer representing Sumitomo’s investment in HawkEye 360, gaining valuable insight into the company’s mission and capabilities.
Based in Tokyo, Henry will drive HawkEye 360’s growth in Japan by expanding and developing new business opportunities, strengthening local partnerships, and advancing initiatives that support Japan’s national security.
“I am honored to join HawkEye 360 and help bring its groundbreaking technologies to Japan,” said Henry Ogawa. “My goal is to strengthen Japan’s national security capabilities by ensuring key organizations have access to the critical insights enabled by HawkEye 360’s RF data. I believed in this company from the start, leading Sumitomo’s investment in 2018, because I was impressed by HawkEye’s technology, vision, and leadership. I’m proud to be part of the team and contribute to advancing regional stability in the Indo-Pacific.”
About HawkEye 360
HawkEye 360 is a signals intelligence company delivering mission-critical signals intelligence to strengthen national and global security. By detecting, characterizing, and geolocating RF signals, HawkEye 360 equips defense, intelligence, and commercial partners with critical information to make informed decisions, respond quickly, and enhance operational effectiveness. Leveraging advanced AI-supported analytics, HawkEye 360 delivers early warning indicators, enhances situational awareness, and informs strategic and operational decision-making, ensuring allied forces and security partners maintain a decisive advantage in contested environments.
SOURCE HawkEye 360 Inc.