Qarbon Aerospace, Inc. (“Qarbon” or the “Company”), a leading Tier-1 provider of advanced composite aerostructures and assemblies, is pleased to announce that Duane Hawkins has joined its Board of Directors. With a career spanning more than four decades across some of the most prominent names in aerospace and defense, Hawkins brings a wealth of experience and operational knowledge that strengthens Qarbon’s leadership as the Company continues to grow and pursue new opportunities.
Mr. Hawkins most recently served as President of Defense & Space at Spirit AeroSystems, where he was responsible for leading programs and operations across the defense and space sectors. Prior to that, he held senior leadership roles at Raytheon Missile Systems and General Dynamics, building deep expertise across program management, manufacturing engineering, and supply chain management.
“Duane has built an exceptional career across some of the most respected organizations in aerospace and defense. His experience at Spirit AeroSystems, Raytheon, and General Dynamics has given him a deep understanding of this industry that will be invaluable to Qarbon Aerospace. We are proud to welcome him to our board and look forward to the guidance he will bring as we continue to grow,” said Michael Canario, Chief Executive Officer of Qarbon Aerospace.
“Duane brings an impeccable reputation and deep expertise across the aerospace and defense sector, with a perspective shaped by decades of leadership at the industry’s most prominent organizations. His experience with leading defense programs and technologies brings a viewpoint to Qarbon that will add immediate value as the Company continues its growth as a leading independent Tier 1 manufacturer of next-generation defense platforms for its OEM customers,” said Peter Manos, a Managing Partner at Arlington Capital Partners.
“I am very excited to be part of Qarbon Aerospace. I have worked with and received product from Qarbon and its management team for years with impressive results. Qarbon has tremendous potential to expand its current Aerospace and Defense footprint, and I look forward to assisting in that effort,” said Duane Hawkins.
With this appointment, Qarbon Aerospace further strengthens its board as the Company continues to build on its capabilities and expand its global presence.
About Qarbon Aerospace
Qarbon Aerospace, headquartered in Red Oak, Texas, is a premier manufacturer of cutting-edge composite components and assemblies, with products installed on the most advanced commercial and military aircraft and spacecraft. Qarbon Aerospace operates nearly two million square feet of factory space across three facilities located in Red Oak, Texas, Milledgeville, Georgia, and Rayong, Thailand. Qarbon Aerospace has vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities from component fabrication through large-scale assembly as well as world-leading proprietary thermoplastics technologies. Qarbon Aerospace has longstanding relationships with blue-chip OEM customers and a diversified product portfolio across a variety of successful commercial, defense, and business jet platforms. Qarbon Aerospace has the capabilities and resources to solve the market’s toughest challenges with Quality Assured. You can find more information at www.QarbonAerospace.com.
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