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=== Executive Team === ==== Group Chief Executive Officer - Charles Woodburn<ref>https://www.baesystems.com/en/our-company/our-people/executive-committee/group-chief-executive-officer</ref> ==== [[File:Screenshot 2023-08-28 at 16.29.07.png|thumb]] Charles is the Group Chief Executive Officer of BAE Systems plc. He joined the company in May 2016 as the Chief Operating Officer and became CEO on July 1, 2017. Prior to this, he held leadership roles in the oil and gas sector, including CEO of Expro Group and a 15-year tenure with Schlumberger in various global locations. He holds a First Class Honours Degree and a PhD in Engineering from Cambridge University, along with an MBA from Erasmus University, Rotterdam. Charles is a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering. ==== '''Chief Executive Officer & President - Tom Arseneault'''<ref>https://www.baesystems.com/en-us/our-company/our-people/inc-leadership/tom-arseneault-old</ref> ==== [[File:Tom Arseneault.jpg|thumb]] Tom Arseneault is the President and CEO of BAE Systems, Inc., overseeing an international defense and security company with 34,000 employees and operations in the U.S., UK, and Sweden. With $12.5 billion in 2021 sales revenue, BAE Systems, Inc. ranks among the top 10 U.S. Department of Defense prime contractors, offering products and services for air, land, and naval forces, advanced electronics, avionics, security, and IT solutions. Arseneault is also an Executive Director on BAE Systems plc Board of Directors and an officer director on the BAE Systems, Inc. Board. He has led critical missions, served as President of the Electronic Systems Sector, and holds an electrical engineering background with an MBA. ==== Group Managing Director, Digital Intelligence - David Armstrong<ref>https://www.baesystems.com/en/our-company/our-people/executive-committee/group-managing-director-digital-intelligence</ref> ==== [[File:Screenshot 2023-08-28 at 16.30.07.png|thumb]] David Armstrong serves as the Group Managing Director of BAE Systems Digital Intelligence. He became part of the company in January 2018 as Director Air - Europe and International, and later took on the role of Group Business Development Director in January 2019. Before joining BAE Systems, David built a distinguished career at MBDA, culminating in his appointment as Managing Director at MBDA UK. David is a Fellow of the Institute of Engineering and Technology and the Royal Aeronautical Society. He received an MBE for his defense service in 2007. He has also received prestigious honors, including the Grand Prix from Academie de L’Air et de L’Espace in 2009 and the Vermeil medal in 2018. Apart from his responsibilities as Group Managing Director of BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, David is a board member of both MBDA and BNA. ==== Managing Director, Saudi Arabia - Simon Barnes<ref>https://www.baesystems.com/en/our-company/our-people/executive-committee/managing-director-bae-systems-saudi-arabia</ref> ==== [[File:Screenshot 2023-08-28 at 16.30.55.png|thumb]] Having joined BAE Systems in 2001, Simon has spent 25 years in the defense industry, accumulating experience in various senior program leadership and business development roles across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East. Notably, he most recently served as the Vice President of the Typhoon program. Originating from the United Kingdom, Simon embarked on his career as an engineering apprentice. He holds an MSc in Financial Management and an MBA from the University of Manchester. He is recognized as a Chartered Project Manager, a Fellow of the CMI, and a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society. ==== Group Managing Director, Business Development - Gabby Costigan<ref>https://www.baesystems.com/en/our-company/our-people/executive-committee/group-managing-director-business-development</ref> ==== [[File:Screenshot 2023-08-28 at 16.31.34.png|thumb]] Gabby joined BAE Systems Australia in October 2017 as CEO-designate and officially took over as CEO in January 2018. Before BAE Systems, she was CEO of Linfox International Group. Gabby, an Aeronautical Engineer, served 21 years in the Australian Army, retiring as a Colonel. She commanded logistic operations for Australian and US forces. She's involved in committees supporting CSIRO, Adelaide University, UNSW, and is Chair of the Council for Women and Families United by Defence Service. She's also a Board member for the Princes Trust Veterans Council. Gabby's military service earned her honors from the Australian and US Governments, NATO, and a 2019 MBE for UK/Australia relations. ==== Chief Technology & Information Officer - Julian Cracknell<ref>https://www.baesystems.com/en/our-people/executive-committee/chief-technology-and-information-officer</ref> ==== [[File:Screenshot 2023-08-28 at 16.32.06.png|thumb]] Beforehand, Julian occupied various high-level positions within the Company's cybersecurity division, including the role of Managing Director for Applied Intelligence. He became part of BAE Systems in July 2012. Before joining BAE Systems, Julian served at Logica in multiple capacities, including Director of National Security and Business Unit Manager for Defence Systems. Julian holds a First Class Honours Degree in Computer Science from the University of Dundee and serves as a trustee for Naomi House, a children's hospice in Hampshire, UK. ==== Group Human Resources Director - Tania Gandamihardja ==== [[File:Screenshot 2023-08-28 at 16.35.32.png|thumb]] Tania Gandamihardja is Group Human Resources Director for BAE Systems. Tania was previously HR Director for Total Talent having joined the Company in September 2021. Previously, Tania spent more than 20 years in the energy sector with Schlumberger where she held a number of HR leadership roles in Europe, Asia and the United States. Tania holds a degree in Chemistry with Management Science. When not at work, Tania enjoys discovering new places with her family, staying active, reading and theatre. ==== Group General Counsel - Ed Gelsthorpe ==== [[File:Screenshot 2023-08-28 at 16.36.59.png|thumb]] Ed Gelsthorpe is Group General Counsel of BAE Systems plc. Prior to this role, Ed held a number of senior legal leadership roles within BAE Systems, including in M&A, employment and other corporate matters, and from 2013-2022 as Chief Counsel UK. Ed began his career in private practice in London, subsequently joining Marconi as an IP specialist. Ed graduated in law from Cambridge University, with further study at Grenoble University, and is qualified as a solicitor in England and Wales. Ed is married with two children and outside of work enjoys art, music and long distance walking. ==== Group Finance Director - Brad Greve<ref>https://www.baesystems.com/en/our-company/our-people/executive-committee/group-finance-director</ref> ==== [[File:Screenshot 2023-08-28 at 16.37.32.png|thumb]] Brad Greve currently serves as the Group Finance Director of BAE Systems, a position he assumed in April 2020 after joining the company as Group Finance Director Designate in September 2019. Brad is also a Director on the BAE Systems, Inc. Board of Directors. Prior to joining BAE Systems, Brad accumulated a 30-year career in the energy sector at Schlumberger, holding roles across various international locations such as the UK, Romania, Nigeria, France, Brazil, and the United States. Brad holds an MBA from the London Business School and a Finance degree from SMU in Dallas, Texas. ==== '''Group Communications Director - Caitlin Hayden'''<ref>https://www.baesystems.com/en/our-company/our-people/executive-committee/group-communications-director</ref> ==== [[File:Screenshot 2023-08-28 at 16.38.15.png|thumb]] Before joining BAE Systems in 2019, Caitlin served as the Senior Vice President of Communications for BAE Systems Inc, overseeing communication efforts for the company's US business. Prior to her tenure at BAE Systems, Caitlin held senior positions at the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) and Edelman. With 15 years of experience in the US federal government, Caitlin's background includes roles such as Special Assistant to President Barack Obama, Senior Director for Strategic Communications and Press, and spokesperson for the National Security Council. She also held communication and policy roles within the U.S. Department of State. Caitlin earned her bachelor's degree in public relations from the University of Alabama and a master’s degree in mass communications from the University of Georgia. She is also a member of the Steering Committee for the Leadership Council for Women in National Security. ==== Group ESG, Culture & Business Transformation Director - Karin Hoeing<ref>https://www.baesystems.com/en/our-company/our-people/executive-committee/group-esg-culture-and-business-transformation-director</ref> ==== [[File:Screenshot 2023-08-28 at 16.39.15.png|thumb]] Karin Hoeing initially joined the company in February 2018 as Group Human Resources Director. Her responsibilities expanded in 2019 to include Safety, Health and Environment, as well as the Shared Services Organization. Previously, Karin was the President of Wireline at Schlumberger. She brings over 20 years of experience in senior line management, HR, marketing, technology, and leadership roles across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Karin holds an MSc in Geophysics from the University of Hamburg, Germany. She also serves as a non-executive Director of Smiths Group plc since April 2020. ==== Chief Executive of BAE Systems Australia - Ben Hudson ==== [[File:Screenshot 2023-08-28 at 16.40.20.png|thumb]] Prior to joining BAE Systems, Ben led the global vehicle systems portfolio for Rheinmetall, based in Germany, held senior roles with General Dynamics, based in Switzerland and served as an Officer in the Australian Army, including active service in East Timor. [[File:Screenshot 2023-08-28 at 16.41.39.png|thumb]] Ben is a dual Australian and British national with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and holds an MBA from London Business School. ==== Group Managing Director Maritime and Land - Glynn Philips<ref>https://www.baesystems.com/en/our-company/our-people/executive-committee/group-managing-director-maritime-and-land</ref> ==== Previously Glynn was Chief Executive Officer of BAE Systems Australia. Glynn’s 30-year career in BAE Systems has encompassed multiple senior finance leadership roles throughout the UK, including Finance Director for the Hawk business, International Military Aircraft business, Integrated Systems, Naval Ships and latterly for the UK Maritime Sector. Glynn also spent more than three years as Group Financial Controller for BAE Systems. ==== Group Managing Director for Air - Cliff Robson<ref>https://www.baesystems.com/en/our-company/our-people/executive-committee/group-managing-director-air</ref> ==== [[File:Screenshot 2023-08-28 at 16.42.13.png|thumb]] Previously, Cliff was Managing Director - Submarines within the BAE Systems Maritime and Land Sector, after completing a 15 month secondment with Rolls Royce Nuclear at Derby. Cliff originally joined BAE Systems Military Aircraft in 1984. He was appointed Production Director at Brough in 1993, transferring to Warton in 1996 as Project Director working on Saudi programmes. Cliff gained a First Class Honours Degree in Mechanical Engineering, graduating in 1983. Cliff is a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society.
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