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LEADERSHIP

Leadership is a core value at Millennium and all leaders are expected to exhibit and encourage ethical behavior and high integrity in all actions. Our leaders set the objectives and define the direction for the company. As part of our core value to continuously improve, our leaders create and embrace change and set the example.

"If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader."

John Quincy Adams

Sue Hall

Founder and Chairman of the Board

Ms. Hall cofounded Millennium in 1995 and was instrumental in helping Millennium become ISO 9000 certified and establishing, promoting and improving the Company’s systems and engineering processes. While at Millennium, Ms. Hall served as the Chief Operating Officer carrying out a variety of corporate initiatives and efforts. She started her career as an Air Force officer and has had an extensive career as a systems engineer on a variety of space and missile defense programs in the disciplines of integration and test, program management, and safety and mission assurance. Ms. Hall holds a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering.

Patrick Murphy

President and Chief Executive Officer

President and Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Murphy provides the overall strategic leadership of Millennium and is responsible for the execution of corporate goals and operations. An Aerospace Engineer from Syracuse University (B.S.) and an MBA from George Washington University, Patrick has over 20 years working with the Missile Defense Agency, Navy, Air Force, and Intelligence Community.

Kerry Wisnosky

Founder and Board Member

Mr. Wisnosky cofounded Millennium in 1995 and served as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer from 2000 to 2009. As the CEO, he defined Millennium’s strategic and operational priorities and led the Company’s growth in new markets. Mr. Wisnosky has had an extensive career in systems engineering, hardware integration and testing, flight testing, mission operations, missile development, and infrared sensors. He authored and presented ten technical papers at national and international Missile Defense related conferences and seminars. Prior to Millennium, Mr. Wisnosky worked for General Electric’s Re-Entry Systems division and Martin Marietta. He has a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics and a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering.

Kylie Allen

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Kylie Allen is responsible for financial operations and oversees the Finance & Accounting, Tax and Treasury functions. He has held financial leadership roles in Aerospace & Defense companies for over 10 years and has substantial international experience in manufacturing and managed services operations. In addition to his financial reporting and compliance responsibilities, Mr. Allen has particular expertise in strategic pricing and contract negotiations, risk management, mergers & acquisitions, and working capital optimization. Previously, Mr. Allen held CFO positions for Culmen International and the U.S. Air Traffic Management subsidiary of multinational Thales Group. He also served as Sr. Finance Director for Mergers & Acquisitions for the Thales USA portfolio of companies. Mr. Allen is a CMA, received an MBA and a B.S. in Business Administration- Finance Concentration from Le Moyne College, and has a graduate certificate in Taxation from American University.

Brian McKee

Founder and Board Member

Mr. McKee cofounded Millennium in 1995 and oversees the Company’s long range vision and growth strategy, relying on his extensive technical experience in flight test planning analysis, modeling, simulation, and testing of new technologies for launch vehicles, spacecraft and missile defense weapons systems. Prior to forming Millennium, he managed and directed the integration and test of eight prototypical Kinetic Energy Weapon projectiles for "ground" flight test at Edwards AFB and participated in the design and development of several test facilities and programs. Mr. McKee holds a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering.

Ken Baird

Vice President, Corporate Operations

Mr. Baird leads Corporate Operations integrating the company's strategic plan, corporate budget, quality management program, business growth, organizational conflict of interest, and vital corporate functions such as IT, facilities, and security. An Aerospace Engineer from Purdue University (B.S.) and University of Maryland (M.S.), he has over 20 years working with NASA, Navy, Missile Defense Agency, and the Intelligence Community.

Dan Deans

Vice President, Corporate Development

Mr. Deans leads the company's growth arm working with each of business units to execute the overall strategic and tactical growth goals. Dan is a seasoned Program Manager within the Aerospace (NASA), petrochemical, and semiconductor manufacturing equipment sectors with experience managing large global teams. Mr. Deans has extensive corporate management experience and subject matter expertise in several disciplines including Program/Project Management, Business Development, Six Sigma Methodology, and Mission Assurance. Previously, he has held positions as a global executive with Dow Chemical, subject matter leader for Lam Research, and supported NASA and the U.S. Air Force for several companies. He is currently responsible for Millennium's corporate strategic plan, business development, corporate branding, and corporate employee satisfaction.

Dianne Thomas

Vice President, Contracts

Ms. Thomas leads Millennium's Contracts department, which encompasses Procurement and Pricing, and reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer. Dianne supervises a growing staff of geographically dispersed senior contracts professionals located at Millennium's headquarters and field offices. Ms. Thomas has more than 25 years of experience in Contracts/Procurement/Pricing, Project Control, and Project Management. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration (Old Dominion University), a Master of Science degree in Information Systems Technology (The George Washington University), and a Master's Certificate in Government Contracting (GWU).

Michele Hargis

Vice President, Human Resources

Ms. Hargis has more than 18 years of progressive Human Resources Generalist experience and manages all aspects of Human Resources supporting Millennium’s employees nationwide. Ms. Hargis is a Human Resources Generalist with a strong knowledge of employee benefits, compensation, recruitment, employee relations, policy development and employment law. Prior to joining Millennium in 2005, Ms. Hargis worked in the high-technology industry as well as the non-profit world. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Organizational Management and a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification. She is an active member of the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM), the Northern Virginia Chapter of SHRM (NOVASHRM) and the World at Work.

Dan Benjamin

Vice President, Space and Cyber Systems

Mr. Benjamin leads one of our Business Units managing daily execution on dozens of projects and provides executive level technical and programmatic support for multiple DOD and NASA programs. He oversees the system engineering lifecycles of space and launch systems development, space vehicle rapid system development solutions, space enabling activities, and cybersecurity.
Mr. Benjamin received a B.S. and M.S. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Southern California, as well as a MBA in Finance. He has over 35 years in the aerospace industry having worked at TRW, Rockwell International, and The Boeing Co. He previously served as Chief Engineer, Program Manager, and VP of Engineering at his previous concerns.

Larry Foor

Vice President, Aerospace Systems

Larry Foor, Vice President, Aerospace Systems
Mr. Foor leads one of our Business Units managing daily execution on dozens of projects and provides executive level technical and programmatic support for our Missile Defense Agency, Army, and Navy activities. Larry has an aerospace engineering degree from Penn State (B.S.) and an MBA degree from Pepperdine. He oversees the activities involved with the systems engineering, system-of-systems engineering, ground testing, and flight testing of the Nation’s missile defense systems. His background spans management, applied science, contracting and administration, space and missile system engineering, missile defense testing and targets, and commercial business development.

Al Wassel

Vice President, Integrated Systems

Mr. Wassel leads one of our Business Units managing daily execution on dozens of projects. Al has Business Management degrees from Lesley College (M.S.) and University of La Verne (B.S.). Al provides executive level technical and programmatic support for multiple NASA and DoD programs overseeing the integration of risk, reliability, safety, quality, engineering, software assurance, and software development specialties into the launch, launch support, launch vehicle system development, and aerospace system integration into the National Air Space activities. He possesses over 34 years experience in operations, management, training, education, decision-making, strategic planning, directing, evaluating, motivating and quality improvement, including 21 years in the U.S. Air Force and 13 years with the Federal Aviation Administration, Office of Commercial Space Transportation (FAA/AST).

Kathryn Gaulke

Leader, Integration Services

Ms. Gaulke leads one of our Business Units managing one of the company's most complex contracts, and a diverse staff of engineers, analysts, and skilled aerospace workers. She has a Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering from University of Maryland.

Mike Briggs

Vice President, Engineering

Mr. Briggs stimulates innovation and development of technical capabilities across Millennium while providing technical direction of Millennium's Model Based Development Center at Moffett Field, CA. He promotes and oversees IRAD programs across Millennium, leverages IRAD developments into contract wins and product development, and provides his technical capabilities wherever needed across the company. His extensive experience in system development and technical innovation leverages a diverse technical background in systems engineering, simulation, state estimation, dynamics, aeromechanics, and control. Mr. Briggs holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering from University of Texas.

Mickey Bourne

Vice President, Strategies and Analysis

Mr. Bourne provides executive level technical and program management support for multiple DOD system life cycle acquisition programs. Throughout his storied career with Millennium and the Navy, he has supported programs including Aegis BMD, SM-3, Rolling Airframe Missile, Phalanx Close In Weapons System, Evolved Sea Sparrow Missile, and Extended Range Guide Munitions. Mr. Bourne holds a Master of Science in Physics and a Bachelor of Science in Ocean Engineering.

Why trust us?

QUALITY CHECK

Quality permeates our culture. We are registered to AS9100, ISO9001, CMMI-DEV Level 3; DCMA Purchasing, DCAA Accounting, and DCMA Property standards.

QUALIFIED TEAM

We deliver exceptional expertise in all our disciplines and core markets, from top level management though our most junior engineers and analysts.

TIMELY SUPPORT

We focus on our customers'' missions, and meeting their schedules and timeliness requirements, which in complex system development often fluctuates, so we adapt.

ASSURED RESULTS

We focus on quality results and satisfying customer needs, earning the highest performance grades, award fee scores, and customer satisfaction results.

WE’RE CREATIVE

You have problems, we have solutions. It isn't rocket science, make the right call, every time.

WE’RE PASSIONATE

We love what we do, and you will love our work. We put in the time and energy to be the best, and stay the best.

WE’RE HARDWORKING

If the answers aren't easy to find, call the people who've studied the problems in depth. We love challenges because they allow us to shine.

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