Capt Ethan M. Brown

  • Assistant Professor of Aerospace Studies
  • Operations Flight Commander
  • AIR FORCE ROTC

Captain Ethan M. Brown currently serves as the Air Force ROTC Detachment 105 Operations Flight Commander at the University of Colorado, Boulder. In this role, he holds specific responsibility for all aspects of training and Leadership Laboratory activities, overseeing the development and progress of the 250-person Cadet Wing. His dedication ensures cadets gain a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of military leadership and equips them with the essential skills needed for success as future officers.

Captain Ethan M Brown received his commission through the United States Air Force Academy in 2018 where he received a Bachelor of Science in Management and played for the Air Force Falcons football team. As a Force Support Officer, he has supported a Civil Engineering and Munitions squadron, and the Headquarters Reserve Personnel Center as a Section Commander where he led teams to oversee Commander’s programs, administrative tasks, and advised commander’s on personnel actions.

EDUCATION
2018     Bachelor of Science, Management, United States Air Force Academy, Colo.
2021     Master of Science, Engineering Management, Eastern Michigan University, Mich.
2024     Project Management Professional, Project Management Institute

ASSIGNMENTS
1.    July 2018 – July 2020: Section Commander, 509th Civil Engineer Squadron, Whiteman AFB, MO
2.    July 2020 – July 2021: Section Commander, 509th Munitions Squadron, Whiteman AFB, MO
3.    July 2021 – May 2022: Section Commander, Headquarters Air Reserve Personnel Center, Buckley SFB, CO
4.    May 2022 – Jan 2023: Sustainment Services Flight Commander, 460th Force Support Squadron, Buckley SFB, CO
5.    Jan 2023 – May 2024: Assistant Professor of Aerospace Studies, AFROTC Det 105, University of Colorado, Boulder
6.    May 2024 – Present: Operations Flight Commander, AFROTC Det 105, University of Colorado, Boulder

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
Air and Space Commendation Medal, 2 Oak Leaf Clusters
Air and Space Achievement Medal      
Joint Meritorious Unit Award  
Air and Space Organizational Excellence Award          
National Defense Service Medal, 1 Service Star
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal            
Nuclear Deterrence Operations Service Medal            
Air and Space Longevity Service Award            
Air and Space Training Ribbon, 1 Oak Leaf Cluster

EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION
Second Lieutenant May 23, 2018
First Lieutenant May 23, 2020
Captain May 23, 2022

(Current as of 20 May 2025)