Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) has named Chauncey McIntosh, a more than 20-year program management, business and engineering leader, as vice president and general manager of the F-35 Lightning II Program.
The company said Wednesday McIntosh will take on the role on Dec. 1, succeeding Bridget Lauderdale, who will retire by the end of 2024 after a 38-year career at Lockheed.
In this capacity, McIntosh will continue to reinforce the F-35 fighter aircraft’s capability and reliability to strengthen positive customer experiences and ensure that the program meets the agility, speed, quality and affordability requirements of U.S. and international clients.
“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 of Lockheed’s aeronautics business. “Critical leadership appointments like this will continue to advance our 21st Century Security solutions to support our growing customer needs.”
McIntosh will also bring to the position decades of experience in software engineering, project management, systems engineering, avionics design and customer engagement.
He most recently served as VP and deputy of the F-35 program.
The Georgia Tech graduate’s previous positions at Lockheed include head of integrated warfare systems and sensors business responsible for the Aegis weapon system software development work and VP and GM of the company’s training and logistics solutions business line.
