Veteran Danny Deep from General Dynamics appointed as the next CEO

Glonghui, October 8 — General Dynamics announced that current company president Danny Deep will become the next Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2027. He will succeed the long-serving Phebe Novakovic, who has led the defense contractor since 2013 and will then move to serve as Executive Chair. The generous transition period reflects the company’s considered approach to capital discipline and business continuity, aiming to ensure the steady advancement of its major defense and aerospace projects. Deep has cultivated over 25 years of extensive operational management experience within the company and will be promoted to president in 2025. Prior to this, he held key positions including Executive Vice President of Worldwide Operations, Executive Vice President of Combat Systems, and President of Land Systems.