Kenneth Kota

Kenneth Kota is a seasoned professional with a diverse educational background and extensive experience in strategy, business development, and management.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical Engineering from the University at Buffalo, an MBA in Marketing from St. Bonaventure University, and an AS in Engineering Science from the State University of New York College of Agriculture and Technology at Morrisville.

Kenneth has held key executive positions in prestigious organizations including his current role as VP Strategy & Business Development at Lockheed Martin.

His previous roles include Senior VP Business Development & Strategy at Cobham Mission Systems, Senior VP and General Manager at Cobham Mission Systems Wimborne, and Senior VP Business Development & Technology at Cobham Mission Systems among others.

Before his tenure at Cobham, Kenneth gained valuable experience as VP of Sales and Business Development at Cobham Life Support, General Manager, Director of Operations, Manufacturing Manager, and Continuous Improvement Manager at Cobham Life Support - Carleton Technologies, Inc.

He also served in various capacities at Danaher, Woodward, and Woodward Governor where he held roles such as Business Team Leader, Operations Manager, Six Sigma Black Belt, Development Engineer at Carleton Technologies, Inc., and Development Engineer at Woodward Governor - HSC Controls.