Prior to joining Safran Data Systems Inc., Andrei had 20+ years of Aerospace and Defense Industry experience with a proven track record of shaping, leading and winning large initiatives for US Government and private commercial clients. Additional expertise includes solid growth and P&L (>$250M) management experience and development and execution of strategic plans for business growth. He is highly skilled in leading diverse project teams with global matrixed staff members.

Andrei was most recently Senior Director of Programs at Advanced Technology Systems Company (ATSC) in Washington, D.C. He was responsible for managing the growth and business operations of all C4ISR Programs, including leading the long-term strategy and road map for ATSC products and software with a $100M book of business for 2023 and beyond. Prior to ATSC, he was Director, CONUS/Americas Programs at FLIR Systems in Washington, D.C. where he managed the Business Development team for all DHS accounts, implemented a 3-year growth strategy for DHS and DoD and led efforts for business transformation. His experience also includes executing large captures and management at Raytheon and PAE through successful capture of DoD Defense Threat Reduction Agency CTRIC III IDIQ ($950M) and $5.1B Army (GTACS) II Contract.

Andrei holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Marymount University, Arlington, Virginia and a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Business from George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia. He also holds Project Management Professional (PMP) and Lean Six Sigma certifications.

Andrei currently resides in the Washington D.C. area with his wife Gabriela and children Matei and Emma. Andrei is a passionate football supporter and played professionally in Europe; his interests are also space, nature and serving as a mentor for young football players on different clubs.