Photo Release — Huntington Ingalls Industries Announces James Loeblein as Corporate Vice President of Customer Affairs

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Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE: HII) has appointed James "Jim" Loeblein as the corporate vice president of customer affairs, effective later in 2021. He succeeds Dan Holloway, who is retiring. Loeblein, formerly with Raytheon Technologies, brings extensive naval experience and strategic operations expertise. His responsibilities will include outreach to executive branch entities related to the Ingalls portfolio. Loeblein holds multiple advanced degrees, enhancing his qualifications for this role. HII is the largest military shipbuilding company in the U.S., employing over 42,000 people nationwide.

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• Appointment of Jim Loeblein as corporate vice president of customer affairs enhances leadership.
• Loeblein's extensive naval and defense policy experience is likely to strengthen customer relations.
• HII continues to solidify its position as the largest military shipbuilding company in the U.S.

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE: HII) announced today that James “Jim” Loeblein has been named corporate vice president of customer affairs. Loeblein will relieve Dan Holloway upon his retirement later in 2021 and be responsible for outreach to executive branch principals and the fleet for the Ingalls portfolio. He will be located in HII’s Washington, D.C., office and will report to Mitch Waldman, HII’s executive vice president, government and customer relations.

“Jim has extensive naval experience and a strong background in defense policy development and Navy staff operations and strategy,” Waldman said. “I have full confidence in his abilities, and I look forward to working together to position HII and our customers for continued future success.”

Loeblein comes to HII from Raytheon Technologies, where he was vice president of naval requirements and capabilities at Raytheon Missiles & Defense. Previously, he served as the Department of the Navy’s chief of legislative affairs providing oversight, direction and execution of all congressional legislative functions and strategy for the secretary of the Navy and the chief of naval operations. In 2019, he retired after 34 years of service as a rear admiral. During his career, Loeblein served as a surface warfare officer where he commanded USS Thach (FFG 43), Destroyer Squadron 9, and Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group 1.

A photo accompanying this release is available at: https://newsroom.huntingtoningalls.com/file/loeblein-jim.

Loeblein holds a bachelor’s degree in applied science from the U.S. Naval Academy, a master’s degree in electrical engineering from the Naval Postgraduate School and a master’s degree in national security and strategic studies from the Naval War College.

Huntington Ingalls Industries is America’s largest military shipbuilding company and a provider of professional services to partners in government and industry. For more than a century, HII’s Newport News and Ingalls shipbuilding divisions in Virginia and Mississippi have built more ships in more ship classes than any other U.S. naval shipbuilder. HII’s Technical Solutions division supports national security missions around the globe with unmanned systems, defense and federal solutions, and nuclear and environmental services. Headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, HII employs more than 42,000 people operating both domestically and internationally. For more information, visit:

• HII on the web: www.huntingtoningalls.com
• HII on Facebook: facebook.com/HuntingtonIngallsIndustries
• HII on Twitter: twitter.com/hiindustries
• HII on YouTube: www.youtube.com/huntingtoningalls
• HII on Instagram: instagram.com/huntingtoningalls

Contact:

Beci Brenton
Beci.Brenton@hii-co.com
(202) 264-7143

FAQ

Who has been appointed as the corporate vice president of customer affairs at HII?

James "Jim" Loeblein has been appointed as the corporate vice president of customer affairs at Huntington Ingalls Industries.

What is Jim Loeblein's background before joining HII?

Jim Loeblein previously served as vice president of naval requirements at Raytheon Technologies and has extensive naval operational experience.

When will Jim Loeblein take over as corporate vice president at HII?

Jim Loeblein will take over the position later in 2021, succeeding Dan Holloway.

What is Huntington Ingalls Industries known for?

Huntington Ingalls Industries is known as America’s largest military shipbuilding company.

How many employees does HII have?

HII employs more than 42,000 people across its operations.