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Boeing Names New Defense and Space CEO
- Effective July 1, 2025, Boeing announced Stephen Parker as the new president and CEO overseeing its Defense, Space and Security business unit.
- Parker moved from interim leader, a role he held since September 2024 after Ted Colbert's departure amid financial and program challenges.
- Parker has over 37 years at Boeing, previously serving as COO of the defense unit and overseeing business operations including key program portfolios.
- Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg stated that under Steve’s guidance, the defense division has enhanced its operational stability, boosted the effectiveness of its program delivery, and reinforced its customer partnerships.
- Boeing's defense division faces ongoing challenges from fixed-price contracts but shows signs of turnaround via contract renegotiations and production stabilization.
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The Seattle TimesBoeing names new defense and space CEO
SEATTLE — Boeing named Stephen Parker, a 37-year company veteran, to the top defense and space job. Read more...
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Parker named head of Boeing's defense group
Boeing announced today that it had officially named Steve Parker as president and chief executive officer of its defense, space & security (BDS) business unit, effective immediately. Parker has served as interim leader of the group since September 2024, according to a company statement. Parker, who joined Boeing in 1988, was previously chief operating officer of the defense unit. Before that, he led divisions including Bombers & Fighters and Ver…
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