SOURCE: DRS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
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August 11, 2008 09:00 ET
DRS Technologies Names Robert F. Mehmel President
PARSIPPANY, NJ--(Marketwire - August 11, 2008) - DRS Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: DRS) announced
today that Robert F. Mehmel, executive vice president and chief operating
officer, has been named president and chief operating officer of the
corporation. Mark S. Newman will continue to serve as chairman of the board
and chief executive officer.
In making the announcement, Mr. Newman stated, "Bob has continually
demonstrated his leadership skills and strong commitment to the company's
growth. He has been instrumental in advancing the company's operations,
merger and acquisition activities, and strategic initiatives. I am
confident that his experience and successful track record of achievement
will continue to serve DRS as we look to the future."
Mr. Mehmel, 46, joined the company in January 2001 as executive vice
president, business operations and strategy, and was promoted to chief
operating officer in May 2006. He has 24 years of experience in corporate
operations, development, finance and strategic planning in the aerospace,
defense and high-technology industries. Since arriving at DRS, Mr. Mehmel
has placed emphasis on the implementation of internal and external growth
strategies, and has been responsible for operational oversight of the
company's four operating segments, including bids and proposals, research
and development, capital investments, personnel requirements,
environmental, health and safety activities, and facilities planning.
DRS Technologies, headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, is a leading
supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces,
intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide. The company employs
approximately 10,500 people. For more information about DRS Technologies,
please visit the company's web site at www.drs.com.