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Boeing’s Defense Division Alters Leadership; Announces New Assignments

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Monday, February 4th, 2008

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By Calvin Biesecker Boeing [BA] on Friday announced a slew of new leadership assignments within its Integrated Defense Systems (IDS) division, including the creation of a chief operating officer (COO) position to help oversee the day-to-day management of the business and develop a business strategy moving forward. John Lockard, 63, will become COO of IDS, reporting directly to IDS President and CEO Jim Albaugh. Lockard, who will also be Albaugh's deputy, previously led the IDS Precision Engagement and Mobility Systems…

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