David A. Phillips is vice president of advanced programs for AAI Corporation. Named to this position in April 2004, Mr. Phillips is responsible for the development and ultimate production of emerging technology programs. He is also charged with creating and nurturing key international technology and manufacturing licenses, as well as developing new product opportunities in the U.S. defense marketplace. Likewise under his direction is AAI-Advanced Programs, Mississippi Operations (AAI-MS). Mr. Phillips joined AAI in 2003 as director of armament programs.



Prior to joining AAI, Mr. Phillips spent 21 years at United Defense LP, formerly BMY Combat Systems, where he last served as director of artillery programs for the company’s ground systems division. He also served on the Executive Leadership Council for this division, which was responsible for designing, producing, and supporting the M2 Bradley, M109A6 Paladin, M992 Field Artillery Ammunition Supply Vehicle, M88 Hercules, M9 Armored Combat Earthmover and the M113 for the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps, and numerous allied nations.



He previously served as program director for the M109A6 Paladin Self-propelled Howitzer program. Under his leadership, over 1,000 systems were eventually fielded and supported with the U.S. Army and U.S. Army National Guard. Mr. Phillips also served in a number of increasingly responsible engineering and management positions within United Defense and BMY, all devoted to the development and production of ground combat system-related products and technologies. He began his career with the company as a college student by participating in its cooperative engineering program.



Mr. Phillips earned a master of science degree in engineering management from The George Washington University, and a bachelor of science degree in engineering from the University of Alabama. He is also a graduate of the Defense Systems Management College program management curriculum.



He is a member of the Navy League of the United States, the Association of the United States Army, the National Defense Industrial Association, and the Army Aviation Association of America.



AAI Corporation designs, produces, and supports aerospace and defense systems through its direct and indirect wholly owned subsidiaries, AAI Services Corporation, Aerosonde Pty Ltd, ESL Defence Limited, and Symtx, Inc. Its high-technology products and services include unmanned aircraft systems, training and simulation systems, automated aerospace test and maintenance equipment, armament systems, aviation ground support equipment, and logistical, engineering, and supply chain services.