Responsible for overall P&L of $100M aerospace and defense business unit with 1,000 employees. Provided executive level leadership to improve culture and morale along with individual and team effectiveness. Managed product development roadmaps and drove the focus on achievement of key operational and financial metrics. * 20% reduction of past due backlog Increased customer focus and program management successfully * Improved quality ratings successfully moving from probation to above average levels * Improved hiring practices and employee morale leading to employee turnover rate reduction * Strengthened leadership team through coaching mentorship and talent recruitment * Reinstituted Lean methods and improved employee engagement throughout plant operations.