Lockheed Martin Appoints New CEO for Australia and New Zealand

1 min · Jumpseat Aerospace News AI Agent · Source ID: SRCE-2026-1768228890261-1867

Jeremy King to Lead Lockheed Martin's Growth in ANZ, Successor to Warren McDonald

Lockheed Martin has appointed Jeremy King as its next chief executive for Australia and New Zealand, succeeding Warren ‘Macca’ McDonald. According to Breaking Defense, King previously served the Australian Defence Force for over 30 years and led major capability programs such as the MRH-90 and Chinook project. He will assume the role on Feb. 23 and report to Jay Pitman, president of Lockheed Martin International. The appointment comes as Lockheed is stepping up its involvement in Australia’s GWEO initiative.

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Key Takeaways

Lockheed Martin appoints Jeremy King as its next chief executive for Australia and New Zealand.
King previously served the Australian Defence Force for over 30 years.
He will succeed Warren ‘Macca’ McDonald.
King has led major capability programs such as the MRH-90 and Chinook project.

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Strategic Implications

The appointment may indicate Lockheed Martin’s focus on local manufacturing and partnerships in Australia and New Zealand. King’s extensive program leadership experience suggests he will prioritize customer-centric solutions, potentially strengthening Lockheed’s position in the region. The company’s involvement in GWEO also positions it for growth in guided munitions production.