 McKnight is currently employed by Cobham plc, a British defense contracting company as vice president for government relations at its subsidiary,
Cobham's Defense System Division.McKnight's personal decorations include the Navy Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Navy Commendation Medal, Navy Achievement Medal, as well as various other unit awards and decorations.Combined Task Force 151