L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. /DE/ [LHX] - L3Harris Technologies appoints Sam Mehta as CEO
Effective August 17, 2026, Sam Mehta has been appointed as President and Chief Executive Officer of L3Harris Technologies, succeeding Christopher Kubasik, who has stepped down from the role.
Why this matters
L3Harris Technologies, a major player in the aerospace and defense sector, specializes in providing integrated mission-critical solutions across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. The company has appointed Sam Mehta as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective August 17, 2026, following the resignation of Christopher Kubasik from the role. Mehta, who joined L3Harris in 2023, has extensive experience in strategic and operational leadership within the industry and previously led the Space Mission Systems and Communications Spectrum Dominance segments, which account for over 80% of the company's revenue. This leadership change reflects the Board's robust succession planning and focus on cultivating internal talent.