FORT
WORTH, Texas, Oct. 9, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT) announced today
Chauncey McIntosh has been named
vice president and general manager of the F-35 Lightning II
Program, effective Dec. 1. McIntosh
succeeds Bridget Lauderdale, who
will be retiring at the end of the year following a 38-year career
with the company.
McIntosh, who most recently served as the vice president and
deputy of the F-35 program, is an exceptional leader with more than
20 years of business, program management, engineering and customer
engagement experience. As the vice president and general manager
for the F-35 program, McIntosh will be responsible for further
strengthening positive customer experiences by reinforcing and
continually growing the capability and reliability of the F-35;
showcasing significant program progress; and ensuring the F-35
program meets the speed, agility, quality and affordability
requirements deserved and expected by U.S. and international
customers.
McIntosh previously led Lockheed Martin's Integrated Warfare
Systems & Sensors business, which is responsible for Aegis
Weapon System software development. Under his leadership, McIntosh
oversaw the successful transformation of Aegis software
development. Prior to that role, he served as the vice president
and general manager for Lockheed Martin's Training and Logistics
Solutions line of business, leading execution and strategic growth
of mission readiness and sustainment programs including the F-35.
He holds a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the
Georgia Institute of Technology and a
master's degree in business administration from American InterContinental University. A full bio
for McIntosh is available on the Lockheed Martin website.
"Chauncey is an exceptional leader with distinct qualifications
needed to lead the F-35 program. His selection showcases the
strength and depth of Lockheed Martin's leadership succession
planning," said Greg Ulmer,
president, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics. "Critical leadership
appointments like this will continue to advance our 21st Century
Security® solutions to support our growing customer needs."
The F-35 is the most advanced, connected fighter aircraft in the
world, providing unmatched 5th Generation capabilities and
strengthening allied deterrence for the U.S. and its allies. To
date, 19 global customers have chosen the F-35 for its advanced,
connected capabilities to strengthen 21st Century Security, enhance
global partnerships and power economic growth. More than 1,000
F-35s are currently operational around the globe and have generated
more than 922,000 flight hours. F-35s operate from 33 bases
worldwide, including 10 nations operating on home soil. As
adversaries advance and legacy aircraft age, the F-35 is critical
to maintaining air dominance for decades to come.
About Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a global
defense technology company driving innovation and advancing
scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st
Century Security® vision accelerate the delivery of transformative
technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready.
More information at Lockheedmartin.com.
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