Based in Washington, Jen manages Aviation Week’s worldwide defense, space and security coverage.
Prior to taking on her current role, Jen was Aviation Week's Congressional Editor. Jen came to Aviation Week in March 2011 from Politico, where she covered the intersection of defense and politics. She also worked as a reporter and editor for Defense Daily, Inside the Army, The Other Paper and The Columbus Dispatch.
Jen received a Master’s degree in journalism as a Kiplinger Fellow at the Ohio State University. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in history and journalism from the University of Michigan.
President Donald Trump’s proposal for a $54 billion increase in defense spending will face significant hurdles in Congress—and not just by those who oppose the administration’s planned offsets in non-defense discretionary spending.
Study shows dramatic rise in U.S. weapons exports, MBDA seeks new markets for Sea Venom missile, Russia and India agree to more cooperation on T-50 fighter.