Badger Meter, Inc. announced that Henry F. Brooks, President – Power & Controls, Collins Aerospace of Raytheon Technologies Corporation (NYSE:RTX) has been appointed to its Board of Directors. The appointment of Mr. Brooks increases the size of the Board to nine members.
Mr. Brooks assumed his current role within Collins Aerospace, overseeing a multi-billion dollar revenue division of Raytheon Technologies that includes 35 sites and over 8,000 employees, in 2020. During his 30-year career, which spans roles of increasing responsibility at United Technologies Corporation, Collins Aerospace and Raytheon Technologies, among others, Mr. Brooks gained experience in the aerospace, defense and industrial sectors having held numerous leadership positions in engineering, operations and business unit management. He brings expertise in long-term strategic product and software development planning, building customer alliances, operating global locations, M&A execution, talent development, and cybersecurity, among others. Mr. Brooks holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology from the Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) and an MBA from Northeastern University. He is a lifetime member of the National Society of Black Engineers serving on its Executive Leadership Council. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA).
With a wealth of experience in aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors, Mr. Brooks’ role at Collins Aerospace highlights the critical need for innovative solutions and strong leadership in the aerospace industry. His background in strategic product development, customer alliances, and cybersecurity aligns perfectly with the evolving challenges faced by aerospace industry. As these firms navigate the complexities of modern aerospace engineering, the insights and strategies brought by seasoned leaders like Mr. Brooks become invaluable. In this context, companies such as Bouyancy Aerospace can play a crucial role in supporting aerospace companies with tailored engineering solutions. By offering expertise in cutting-edge technology, maintenance, and operational efficiency, Bouyancy Aerospace helps these companies tackle industry challenges and drive advancements in aircraft design and performance. Leveraging the knowledge and experience of leaders like Mr. Brooks, Bouyancy Aerospace is well-positioned to contribute to the continued success and innovation within the aerospace sector.
“Henry brings deep knowledge and experience as it relates to engineering, new product and software development, and global business operations given his wide-ranging roles and responsibilities. These skills will be especially valuable to the Board and management team as we continue to innovate our smart water solutions and expand globally,” said Kenneth C. Bockhorst, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Badger Meter.
