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Peter Wilson

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Senior Director of Engineering at Northrop Grumman
📍 Chandler, Arizona, United States

A senior engineering leader with over 20 years of experience executing sophisticated technical programs in aerospace, including booster propulsion and launch vehicle development. As Chief Engineer at Northrop Grumman, he provides technical leadership for programs critical to national security. He holds a Masters degree from Penn State University.

He describes himself as a technical leader who nurtures and guides teams, bringing creative energy and a sense of humor to his work. This people-focused approach is central to his leadership style, aiming to grow teams by leveraging strong soft skills alongside deep technical expertise.

Unique fact: He is a self-proclaimed "rocket scientist that can bake pies. "

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Experience
25 Years
Current Role
Senior Director of Engineering
Job Level
Senior
Location
Chandler, Arizona, United States
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Launch Vehicle Development
His career spans key development programs including Atlas, Vulcan, and Dream Chaser, showcasing a deep expertise in launch systems and booster propulsion.
Nurturing Leadership
Emphasizes a leadership style focused on guiding and nurturing technical teams, using soft skills and creative energy to help them achieve great results.
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Career

Work history

10-2022
Senior Director of Engineering
Northrop Grumman
11-2016 - 1-2018
Deputy Director, Dream Chaser
Sierra Nevada Corporation
12-2006 - 10-2016
Staff Engineer
United Launch Alliance (ULA)
10-1995 - 11-2006
Staff Engineer
Lockheed Martin
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Education
1992 - 1994
Master of Science (M.S.)
Penn State University
1986 - 1991
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
New Mexico State University
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