Richard “Rick” Erickson

Sergeant Major, U.S. Army Special Forces (Ret.)
Board of Advisors, NeutronX

Overview

Richard “Rick” Erickson is a highly decorated U.S. Army Special Operations veteran with over 32 years of service, including leadership roles across elite Special Forces units and senior-level assignments supporting global operations. A combat-wounded veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom, Erickson brings deep expertise in operational execution, strategic coordination, and mission-critical infrastructure support to NeutronX.

Military Service

• Rank: Sergeant Major (E-9)

• Branch: United States Army

• Specialty: Special Forces (Green Beret)

• Service Duration: 32+ years

Erickson served across both active duty and Army National Guard Special Forces units, rising to the highest enlisted rank while operating within some of the military’s most demanding environments.

Operational & Strategic Assignments

U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) — Doral, Florida

Served on headquarters staff supporting multi-national operations across the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, contributing to coordination at the highest levels of joint command.

U.S. Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) — Fort Bragg, North Carolina

Held senior staff roles at the center of Army Special Operations, supporting force readiness, operational requirements, and mission execution for the Army’s most elite units.

Army National Guard Special Forces

Spent a significant portion of his career as a Green Beret, leading and supporting Special Forces operations while progressing to Sergeant Major.

Combat Experience

Operation Enduring Freedom — Afghanistan (2004)

• Conducted high-risk Special Operations missions

• Wounded in action

Awards & Decorations

• Purple Heart — for wounds sustained in combat

• Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) — for active ground combat

• Special Forces Tab — qualification as a Green Beret

Early Service

• Active Duty: 1981–1988

• Transitioned into long-term service within Special Operations and the National Guard

Post-Service & Advisory Role

Following his military career, Erickson has remained active in the defense and veteran community, including work with organizations such as Save Our Vet and continued engagement with senior military leadership.

At NeutronX, he provides strategic guidance on:

• National security implications of infrastructure development

• Operational resilience and mission continuity

• Energy and systems critical to warfighter readiness

Relevance to NeutronX Mission

Erickson’s career reflects direct experience with the consequences of infrastructure failure in operational environments. His perspective reinforces the critical importance of:

• Reliable energy systems

• Rapid infrastructure deployment

• Uninterrupted supply chains for mission success

His leadership ensures that NeutronX remains aligned with the realities of national defense, operational readiness, and global competition.