Teams at Karman Space & Defense

Executive leader responsible for multi-site aerospace manufacturing operations, production strategy, NPI oversight, budget and CapEx/OpEx management, supply chain and S&OP integration, quality and regulatory compliance (AS9100/ISO9001/NADCAP), and development of plant managers and manufacturing engineering teams to scale production of complex flight hardware.

Lead business development and corporate strategy for Space and Defense markets (Space & Launch, Hypersonics, Strategic Missile Defense, Tactical Missiles). Drive sales growth for integrated subsystem solutions, manage and inspire the BD team, develop market/product growth strategies, pursue government and prime-contractor relationships, and represent the company at meetings and conferences. Frequent travel to engage key customers.

Set up and operate CNC and waterjet machines to produce space and defense parts per drawings and STP files, perform inspections, deburring, material handling, maintain tooling, cleanliness, and troubleshoot production issues.