Northrop names new chief executive of UAE business

Northrop Grumman has named Douglas Raaberg chief executive, United Arab Emirates, where he will be responsible for coordinating the company's relationship with the UAE.

Northrop Grumman has named Douglas Raaberg chief executive of the company's business in the United Arab Emirates, where he will be responsible for coordinating the company's relationship with the UAE by supporting current programs and developing growth strategies.

Raaberg was director, battle management command and control campaign lead within the company’s Aerospace Systems sector.

He joined the company in 2010 after spending more than 30 years in the U.S. Air Force.

Raaberg is an graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy and holds master’s degrees from the University of Southern California and the National War College.