He will replace Chris Miner, who is due to retire from the company on Dec. 1 after a more than 37-year career, and will report to Matt Needy, VP of Navy programs at Newport News Shipbuilding, HII said Tuesday.
West will oversee aircraft carrier refueling, overhaul and fleet support activities, as well as industrial subcontract work at the New York-based Kenneth A. Kesselring facility for naval nuclear propulsion research and development.
The 35-year shipbuilding veteran began his career as an engineer and his industry experience has included both construction and engineering leadership positions.
Amentum, an advanced engineering and technology services company, has appointed Joseph “Joe” DeNardi as senior vice president and head of investor relations.…