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James Garceau
JOHNSON CITY, New York — James J. Garceau of Endicott has been named site executive for BAE Systems’ Johnson City facility. Garceau also serves as the company’s director of U.S. fixed-wing aircraft programs.
As site executive, Garceau leads a team responsible for operation of the local plant, which develops, designs, and produces electronic systems for military and commercial aircraft and large ground vehicles. His role includes providing a safe and productive work environment for the company’s 1,450 local employees and increasing BAE Systems’ visibility in the local community by leading company-sponsored community initiatives.
As director of U.S. fixed-wing programs, he leads teams that provide avionics products and systems to military aircraft including the C-17, F/A-18, F-15, F-22, F-35, and A-10.
A 26-year veteran of the defense and aerospace industry, Garceau has worked at the Johnson City facility for 17 years. He holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical and industrial engineering from Clarkson University.
About BAE Systems
BAE Systems is the premier global defense and aerospace company delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, information technology solutions and customer support services. With 96,000 employees worldwide, BAE Systems' sales exceeded $27 billion in 2006*.
*On a pro forma basis, assuming BAE Systems had owned Armor Holdings Inc for the whole of 2006
For further information, please contact:
Larry Stone, BAE Systems
Tel: +1 607 770 3944 Mobile: +1 607 759 2545
lawrence.w.stone@baesystems.com
Susan Lenover, BAE Systems
Tel: +1 703 907 8259 Mobile: +1 703 850 1621
susan.lenover@baesystems.com
