Major Product/SVS:
Military aircraft and defense systems
Hobbies/Sports:
Sailing; Woodworking; Riding motorbike
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree, The Ohio State University (1969); Bachelor's Degree, Stanford University (1967)
Affiliations Awards:
Air Force Association; The Society of Experimental Test Pilots; Board Member, Precision Strike Association
Number Of Years In Profession:
16
Number Of Years In Current Position:
16
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to people management skills.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because of his experience as a test pilot in the U.S. Air Force flying F-4 and F-16 jets, and coordinating the joint STARS program.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Directing long range strike programs; Managing B2 and next generation bombers; Interacting with congress, the Pentagon and defense secretary; Meeting the requirements of the U.S. Air Force
Awards/Honors:
Command, Control, Communication and Intelligence Award, AIAA (1995); Aerospace Laureate Award, Aviation Week (1991)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Heimple intends to continue working at Northrop Grumman.