James Kilby
James Kilby | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1963 (age 61–62) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1986–present |
| Rank | Admiral |
| Commands | Vice Chief of Naval Operations Carrier Strike Group 1 Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center USS Monterey USS Russell |
| Battles / wars | Gulf War |
| Awards | Navy Distinguished Service Medal Defense Superior Service Medal Legion of Merit (4) |
| Alma mater | United States Naval Academy (BS) |
James Wells Kilby (born 1963) is a United States Navy admiral who has served as the acting chief of naval operations since February 21, 2025, and as the vice chief of naval operations since January 5, 2024. He previously served as the deputy commander of the United States Fleet Forces Command from 2021 to 2024.