Eric Erskine Austin[1] (born c. 1969) is a United States Marine Corps lieutenant general who has served as the deputy commandant for combat development and integration and commanding general of the Marine Corps Combat Development Command since 9 August 2024.

[2] He most recently served as the commanding general of the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing from 2022 to 2024.

[3][4] Austin graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1991 with a B.S.

[4] In March 2024, Austin was nominated for promotion to lieutenant general and appointment as deputy commandant for combat development and integration.

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