Mark Nackman

Mark J. Nackman is the Vice President and General Counsel at General Dynamics European Land Systems, a position he held from August 2019 until August 2024. He has extensive experience in the aerospace and defense sectors, specializing in government contracts, corporate governance, and compliance. His legal career includes significant roles at various General Dynamics subsidiaries and law firms.

Career Overview

• Current Position: Vice President and General Counsel at General Dynamics NASSCO (since August 2024).
• Previous Role: Vice President and General Counsel at General Dynamics European Land Systems (August 2019 - August 2024).
• Earlier Positions:
  • Vice President and General Counsel at General Dynamics Mission Systems (February 2011 - May 2015).
  • Partner at Jenner & Block (May 2015 - March 2017).
  • Vice President, Associate General Counsel at Orbital ATK (February 2007 - February 2011).

Nackman's career also includes military service as a Judge Advocate in the United States Air Force, where he served from January 2000 to November 2005.

Education

Nackman holds multiple degrees:

• J.D. from Valparaiso University.
• LL.M. from The George Washington University Law School.
• B.A. from Purdue University.
• MSt. from the University of Cambridge.

Additionally, he completed the Oxford Executive Leadership Programme at the Saïd Business School, University of Oxford.

Achievements and Recognition

Nackman has received several accolades throughout his career, including being named a Law360 MVP in Government Contracts in 2016, recognizing him as one of the top attorneys in this field. He has also been acknowledged for his contributions to contract management and compliance within legal departments.

His expertise encompasses overseeing litigation matters, providing strategic legal advice to support business operations, and managing compliance with environmental and export regulations.123