Jim Taiclet Lockheed Martin, Bio, Wiki, Age, Wife, House, Salary, and Net Worth

Jim Taiclet Bio | Wiki Jim

Taiclet ( Full Name: James Donald Taiclet, Jr.) is a popular American business executive who is the chairman, president, and chief executive officer of Lockheed Martin Corporation. He became chairman in March 2021 following joining the company as president and CEO in June 2020. Jim has been a director on the Lockheed Martin board since January 2018. He first served in the private sector as a management consultant at McKinsey & Co. from July 1991 until February 1996.

Jim later joined Pratt & Whitney as vice president of engine services until 1999 and worked then as president of Honeywell Aerospace Services until 2001. In 2001, American Tower recruited Jim for the role of chief operating officer. Jim was named chief executive officer of American Tower in October 2003 following the departure of Steven B. Dodge and was appointed as chairman in February 2004. Jim remained as CEO and on the board of American Tower until 2020.

In 2018, Jim joined the board of directors of Lockheed Martin. In June 2020, Jim was named as CEO of Lockheed Martin, replacing Marillyn Hewson. Jim was named chairman of the company in January 2021. From 1985 until 1991, Jim was a pilot in the United States Air Force, working as aircraft commander, instructor pilot, and unit chief of standardization and evaluation. During Operation Desert Shield, Jim flew many missions in a Lockheed C-141 Starlifter transport jet. Jim’s rotational assignments included the Joint Staff and Air Staff at the Pentagon.

Jim Taiclet Age

Jim was born on May 13, 1960, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in the United States. He is 63 years old. Jim celebrates his birthday on May 13, every year.

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Jim Taiclet Height

He is a man of above-average stature. Jim stands at a height of 5 ft 11 in ( Approx. 1.78m ).

Jim Taiclet Family

He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Jim’s father, James Sr., worked in the U.S. Army at the Wiesbaden Air Base in Germany and afterward became a boilermaker in Pittsburgh. Jim’s mother, Mary Ann (née Foley), worked as a homemaker and school administrator. He holds American nationality.

Jim Taiclet Wife | Spouse | Married

Jim is married to his wife Carol Taiclet. The two married in 2014. Jim and Carol have three children, all of whom are grown up.

Jim Taiclet Education

He graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy in 1982 earning a degree in engineering and international relations. While at the Academy, Jim played on the rugby team, working as captain during his senior year. He received a master’s degree in public affairs from Princeton University. He has a fellowship at the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs.

Jim Taiclet Lockheed Martin

He serves as a chairman, president, and chief executive officer of Lockheed Martin Corporation. Jim became chairman in March 2021 following joining the company as president and CEO in June 2020. He has been a director on the Lockheed Martin board since January 2018. Before joining Lockheed Martin, Jim was chairman, president, and chief executive officer of American Tower Corporation, one of the largest global real estate investment trusts (REITs) and a leading independent owner, operator, and developer of multitenant communications real estate.

Before Jim led American Tower, he worked as president of AlliedSignal (finally Honeywell Aerospace Services), a company that conducts worldwide aircraft engine and component overhaul and repair, parts sales and distribution, space operations, and technical services. Preceding his time at AlliedSignal, Jim worked as vice president of engine Services at Pratt & Whitney, where he was responsible for leading both military and commercial jet engine overhaul and repair.

Jim Taiclet House | Home

Jim owns a home in Bethesda, Maryland, where he now resides. Currently, Jim has not disclosed any details regarding his house to the public.

Jim Taiclet Pronunciation

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American Tower Jim Taiclet

He worked as chairman, president, and chief executive officer of American Tower Corporation. Under Jim’s leadership, the company’s market capitalization grew from approximately $2 billion to over $100 billion. He guided the company’s transformation from a primarily U.S. business to the only truly global player in its industry, with significant assets and operations in 19 countries around the globe. Prior to joining American Tower, Jim served as president of AlliedSignal (subsequently Honeywell Aerospace Services).

Jim Taiclet Salary

He earns a satisfying amount from his work as a business executive who is the chairman, president, and chief executive officer of Lockheed Martin Corporation. Jim’s average salary is $1.7 million per year.

Jim Taiclet Net Worth

Jim gets his wealth from his work as a business executive who is the chairman, president, and chief executive officer of Lockheed Martin Corporation. Therefore, Jim has accumulated a decent fortune over the years. Jim’s net worth is $70 million.

How Old Is Jim Taiclet

Jim is a 63-year-old who was born on May 13, 1960, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in the United States. Jim celebrates his birthday on May 13, every year.

How Tall Is Jim Taiclet

Jim is a man of above-average stature who stands at a height of 5 ft 11 in ( Approx. 1.78m ).

Who Is Jim Taiclet

He is a businessperson who has been at the head of 7 different companies and holds the position of Chairman, President and chief Executive Officer at Lockheed Martin Corp. Jim is also Member-Media Security & Reliability Council at Federal Communications Commission, Member of Council on Foreign Relations, Inc., Member-Executive Board at National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts, Inc., Member of The Business Roundtable as well as Member of Commercial Club of Boston and on the board of 8 other companies.