Maj Joseph Radich
Installation Counter sUAS OfficerMCICOMMajor Radich was commissioned May of 2014 and reported to The Basic School in Quantico, Virginia. He completed The Basic School and reported to MATSG-21 in Pensacola, Florida, where he completed the Introductory Flight Screening and Aviation Preflight Indoctrination courses. In September of 2015, he reported to MATSG-22 in Corpus Christi, Texas for assignment to Training Squadron 27 where he conducted primary flight training and was subsequently selected for Intermediate /Advanced Helicopter training and reported to Helicopter Training Squadron 8 in Milton, FL. First Lieutenant Radich was designated as a Naval Aviator in March of 2017 and reported to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Training Squadron 303 at Camp Pendleton, California in April of 2017. Upon completion of his training, First Lieutenant Radich was designated as a UH-1Y Pilot Qualified in Model and reported to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267 and was assigned as the Officer in Charge of Corrosion Control and HAZMAT. In November of 2018, Captain Radich deployed to MCAS Futenma for Unit Deployment Program 19.1 and returned to Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton in April 2019. Upon returning from Unit Deployment Program 19.1 in April 2019, Captain Radich was assigned to the Operations Department. In May of 2020, Captain Radich was attached to VMM-164(REIN) in support of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Captain Radich deployed with VMM-164(REIN) aboard the USS Somerset and conducted combat operations in support of Operation Octave Quarts in Somalia while also serving as the Airframes Officer in Charge until June of 2021. After returning from deployment, Captain Radich returned to HMLA-267 and served as the UH-1Y Quality Assurance Officer. Captain Radich has logged 993.4 total flight hours, 23.1 hours of combat time and has earned numerous qualifications and designations in the UH-1Y such as Functional Check Pilot, Section Lead, Instrument Evaluator and Weapons Training Officer. Captain Radich checked into The Basic School in March 2022 and was assigned to the Warfighting Instructor Group as the Land Navigation package primary. In September 2022, Capt Radich assumed the role of Staff Platoon Commander for 1st Platoon Alpha Co 1-23 and upon graduation, assumed the role of Staff Platoon Commander for 5th Platoon Delta Co 4-23. Upon Delta Co 4-23's graduation in December of 2023, Major Radich was assigned as the Assistant Operations Officer for The Basic School. In September of 2025, Major Radich checking into MCICOM and was assigned to the G-3/5 as the Installation Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems Officer. Later in September 2025, he was the lead Marine Corps CsUAS planner for the President of the United States' and Secretary of War's visit to MCB Quantico. Maj Radich is still currently assigned to MCICOM.
Counter UAS: From Installations Defense to Organic Protection for the Distributed Forces
This panel discussion will explore the Marine Corps’ evolving strategy to counter the pervasive threat of small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) by cr…This panel discussion will explore the Marine Corps’ evolving strategy to counter the pervasive threat of small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) by creating a layered, integrated defense-in-depth. The discussion will cover the spectrum of C-sUAS oper…This panel discussion will explore the Marine Corps’ evolving strategy to counter the pervasive threat of small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) by creating a layered, integrated defense-in-depth. The discussion will cover the spectrum of C-sUAS operations, from protecting installations to providing organic protection for distributed forces. A key focus will be how C-sUAS serves as a critical force protection underlayer within the broader Ground-…This panel discussion will explore the Marine Corps’ evolving strategy to counter the pervasive threat of small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) by creating a layered, integrated defense-in-depth. The discussion will cover the spectrum of C-sUAS operations, from protecting installations to providing organic protection for distributed forces. A key focus will be how C-sUAS serves as a critical force protection underlayer within the broader Ground-Based Air Defense (GBAD) and Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) frameworks. The brief will address the urgent need for a reliable hard-kill capability to effectively neutralize threats, especially in the face of emerging challenges like sUAS swarms, all while ensuring the system is built on an open systems architecture to rapidly integrate new technologies. Furthermore, the panel will delve into the transition from installation-focused defense to equipping every Marine with organic C-sUAS capabilities. This shift is essential for the survivability and freedom of maneuver of our distributed forces in contested environments. A central theme will be the importance of minimizing the cognitive and physical burden on the individual operator and integrating with tactical C2 systems to share early warnings and alerts. The goal is to field intuitive and effective systems that contribute to broader kill chains, ensuring that Marines can counter aerial threats while maintaining focus on their primary mission and making every Marine a sensor and a shooter in the fight against sUAS.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More
