Nathan Rogers Joins BAE Systems as Vice President of IT & Sector Information and Digital Officer

BAE Systems has appointed Nathan Rogers as Vice President of IT & Sector Information and Digital Officer for its Electronic Systems sector, adding technology leadership to one of the company's major defense and electronics businesses.

Nathan joins BAE Systems from SAIC, where he spent the previous chapter of his career. In his announcement, he expressed his enthusiasm about joining a team focused on developing and delivering advanced electronic systems and technologies supporting the United States, its allies and the people who protect them.

Leading Technology Across Electronic Systems

In his new role, Nathan will oversee IT and information and digital responsibilities for BAE Systems' Electronic Systems sector.

The sector develops technologies spanning electronic warfare, navigation, sensors, communications, guidance, flight controls, space electronics, surveillance and other mission-critical systems. BAE Systems describes Electronic Systems as a global leader in commercial, defense and space electronics, with more than 14,000 employees worldwide.

Nathan's mandate places enterprise technology alongside a portfolio where digital capabilities, data, cybersecurity and resilient IT infrastructure are increasingly important to engineering, manufacturing and mission delivery.

Technology Supporting Mission-Critical Innovation

BAE Systems continues to invest in digital capabilities as the defense sector evolves toward more connected, software-driven and data-intensive systems.

The company's digital teams work alongside cyber and data functions to support digital transformation across global defense operations, while its IT organization supports the technology infrastructure needed to keep the business operating and ready for change.

For Nathan, the opportunity brings together technology leadership and a mission-driven environment focused on developing systems designed for complex operational requirements.

A New Chapter After SAIC

Nathan also used his announcement to recognize his colleagues and friends at SAIC, reflecting on the work accomplished during his time with the organization and the relationships built along the way.

His move to BAE Systems marks the beginning of a new chapter, with the opportunity to apply his technology leadership experience within a large-scale defense and advanced electronics environment.

Looking Ahead

The role comes at a time when defense organizations are increasingly focused on integrating digital technologies, AI, data and secure infrastructure into mission-critical operations.

With Nathan joining the Electronic Systems leadership organization, BAE Systems is adding experienced technology leadership to support the sector's continued innovation and operational priorities.

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems is a global defense, aerospace and security company developing technologies and systems across air, land, sea, space and cyber domains. Its Electronic Systems sector develops advanced electronics spanning electronic warfare, communications, sensors, navigation, flight controls, space systems and other mission-critical technologies.