AV Welcomes Stephen Voline as Senior Director, Washington Operations

Group 1 - AeroVironment, Inc. (AV) has appointed Stephen Voline as Senior Director of Washington Operations, bringing over three decades of experience in military operations, defense policy, and industry advocacy [1] - Voline's role will involve supporting AV's engagement with Congress, the Department of War, and key national security stakeholders, focusing on defense policy, acquisition, and operational readiness [1] - Blake Souter, Vice President of Washington Operations at AV, emphasized that Voline's experience will enhance the company's ability to navigate the defense environment and advance national security missions [1] Group 2 - Voline previously served as National Security Advisor to Senator Joni Ernst and held senior government relations leadership at Hanwha Defense USA, where he led advocacy efforts and secured significant contracts [1] - His military background includes senior intelligence roles in the Army's 75th Ranger Regiment and command of a Military Intelligence company, with multiple deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq [1] - AeroVironment is recognized as a leader in defense technology, providing integrated capabilities across various domains, including air, land, sea, space, and cyber [1]