Led by Matthew T. “Monty” Fritz, Advanced Vectors, LLC offers transformative expertise in strategic planning, business development, and leadership growth tailored to the Aerospace and Defense industry. With over three decades of experience as a senior leader in the U.S. Air Force and aerospace sector, Monty brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of success to every client engagement.

Mission: Since founding Advanced Vectors in 2014, my mission has been to empower organizations in the Aerospace and Defense sector to achieve their strategic objectives, navigate complexities, and drive sustainable growth in a dynamic marketplace. I partner with clients to develop innovative strategies, foster a culture of excellence, and capitalize on emerging opportunities to propel their missions forward.

Why Choose Advanced Vectors?

Industry Expertise: Benefit from Monty’s deep understanding of the Aerospace and Defense sector, gained through decades of experience and leadership roles working with domestic and international government leaders.
Proven Results: Leverage Monty’s track record of generating millions in revenue, leading transformative initiatives, and driving organizational growth in the US Military and at large aerospace companies.
Tailored Solutions: Receive personalized consulting services designed to address your specific needs and objectives, delivered with a commitment to excellence and integrity. Your needs drive our work together.
Collaborative Approach: Partner with a trusted advisor who values collaboration, transparency, and open communication to achieve mutual success. I begin and end every engagement at the human level.
Strategic Excellence: Navigate complex global initiatives with ease, managing multi-billion-dollar assets.
Government-Focused Expertise: Excel in strategic planning, program management, and international engagement. Leverage my vast network of connections, to include my deep understanding of defense programs.
Relationship Architect: Forge deep connections and create opportunities for growth and innovation.
Proven Track Record: Deliver measurable impact and drive organizational growth through tailored solutions.

Let’s Connect and Explore the Possibilities

Ready to elevate your organization’s performance and propel your mission forward? Contact Advanced Vectors today to schedule a consultation and explore how we can help you achieve your goals.

Biography for Matthew T. “Monty” Fritz:

Matthew T. “Monty” Fritz is a distinguished senior executive leader and decision-maker with over three decades of extensive experience spanning military, civil-military, and industry program operations, as well as business development activities. Renowned for his exceptional communication, organizational prowess, and transformational skills, Monty has excelled in directing global capabilities of large, diverse enterprises, both internationally and domestically.

In 2014, Monty founded Advanced Vectors, LLC, a premier consulting firm specializing in strategic planning, business development, and leadership growth tailored specifically to the Aerospace and Defense industry. Leveraging his profound industry insights and extensive network, Advanced Vectors maintains robust professional relationships with military and industry senior leaders to support client growth objectives. With specialized expertise in defense aerospace industry program management, Advanced Vectors leads business development efforts and conducts comprehensive evaluations of proposals for success, including rigorous “red teaming” reviews. By providing an executive corporate perspective on industry trends and market environments, Advanced Vectors harnesses Monty’s deep personal experience in government acquisition, legislative processes, and budgeting to help clients navigate complex opportunities in challenging market landscapes.

In civilian industry, Monty served as the Executive Director of Business Development for the Air Force Product Support Portfolio at Boeing Global Services. In this role, he spearheaded transformative business development campaign initiatives across Boeing’s Global Services US Air Force portfolio. Partnering seamlessly across various divisions, Monty elevated the presence of key platforms and secured strategic wins for a multitude of programs including the KC-46 Pegasus, C-17 Globemaster, F-15 Eagle/Strike Eagle, T-7 Red Hawk, A-10 Thunderbolt, F-22 Raptor, B-52 Stratofortress, KC-135 Stratotanker, and VC-25A/B Presidential Airlift programs, among others. Additionally, Monty played a pivotal role in critical training and Next Generation Product Support initiatives aimed at creating growth opportunities for Boeing platforms in both international and domestic markets.

Monty’s professional journey was forged over a remarkable 26-year career in the United States Air Force, where he embarked on a trajectory that encompassed various leadership roles of increasing responsibility. Commencing as a program manager in acquisition, Monty transitioned seamlessly into a mobility pilot, leveraging both skill sets to cultivate expertise in operational flight test before assuming command and leadership roles. His tenure saw him manage critical programs such as the Spacelift Range Communications Segment at Los Angeles AFB, later honing his program management and business acumen as a Program Integrator for the AMRAAM Missile Program Defense Contract Management Command at Hughes and Raytheon Missile Systems in Tucson, before taking on programs like SPARROW, TOMAHAWK, and later Exo-Atmospheric Kill Vehicle. Monty’s extensive flight experience includes accumulating over 2,500 hours in the KC-135, C-17, C-130, CV-22, and KC-46 aircraft, earning him the prestigious designation of Command Pilot, alongside roles as an instructor and evaluator.

In command, Monty played instrumental roles in overseeing complex operations, including leading a network of classified facilities as the Senior Director of the National Assessment Group, a Department of Defense field activity supporting specialized clients. Later, as the Vice Wing Commander for the 92d Air Refueling Wing at Fairchild AFB, WA, Monty led a nuclear-tasked air refueling organization comprised of 44 aircraft and nearly 3,000 military members, civilian, and contractor personnel, providing host installation support for 18 tenant organizations and a Washington Air National Guard associate organization to achieve national recognition as the top strategic aircraft operations organization in the country, garnering two back-to-back Omaha Trophy wins for the first consecutive award in history.

His leadership was further showcased in forward-deployed combat zones, where he served ten times, earning commendations such as the Bronze Star for his outstanding service. He forward deployed twice for year-long, ground-based Air Advisor roles in both Afghanistan and Iraq, helping build their Air Force capabilities and gaining significant Foreign Military Sales experience. He served as the Chief of Staff for NATO Air Training Command and was among the first to lead in a forward air unit for operations following 9/11. In his final deployment, Monty served as the Director of Mobility Forces (DIRMOBFOR) for Air Force Central Command, overseeing over 350 air mobility aircraft supporting operations in Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, and Yemen, and enhancing strategic partnerships with regional allies.

With a background in flight test, Monty assumed pivotal roles such as the Director of Operations for the Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center at Edwards AFB where he led operational flight test for the CV-22, B-2, B-52, C-17, C-130, and KC-46 aircraft, as well as the U-2 and MQ-9. He later served as the Commander of the 412th Flight Test Squadron, Air Force Materiel Command’s only combat-ready flying organization, a worldwide deployable team conducting operations supporting senior Defense officials and test operations managing a $5.4M budget to operate a one-of-a-kind $90M avionics test bed. Monty went on Headquarters Air Mobility Command, where he played a key role in shaping the requirements and source selection efforts for critical programs such as the KC-X, later known as the KC-46. His distinguished military career culminated at Air Mobility Command as the Chief of Acquisition Requirements, where he provided comprehensive, multi-layer portfolio management to 87 senior program and project managers developing requirements to modernize and sustain the world’s most advanced mobility aircraft fleet comprised of 1,071 aircraft and systems, valued at $150B.

Monty is an Illinois-native and a proud alumnus of Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Management and an Associates Degree in Aviation Flight. His pursuit of higher education saw him obtaining an MBA from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University and a Master’s Degree in Strategic Leadership from the Air Force Institute of Technology, with a minor in Systems Design and Management.