Textron Aviation, a company that provides airborne solutions for government, military and commercial customers has announced the appointment of Brett Pierson to the role of senior vice president, Defense & Special Missions. Brett’s responsibility also includes serving as the president & CEO of Textron Aviation Defense LLC. Pierson has previously served as the vice president, Defense Strategy & Sales, of the company. Brett Pierson as the new CEO will succeed Tom Hammoor who is retiring after serving in this leadership role for the past seven years.
“As I enter my new role, one of the people I’d like to thank is Tom Hammoor who, as the leader of this organization, really set us up to succeed,” said Brett Pierson vice president, Defense & Special Missions Textron Aviation. “I’m excited to see where we can take the company on the next leg of its legendary journey,” he further added.