Foram Brown - Executive Search For Aerospace & Defense

As an Engineering Leader, I understand the challenges you face.

I build executive teams for venture and private equity-backed companies in Aerospace & Defense.

I focus on placing C-Suite, EVP, SVP, and VP leaders in Engineering, Product and Technology.

95% of the leaders placed have been women or from an ethnic minority.

83% of placements have been completed within 6 weeks or less, transforming teams and driving growth.

Ready to build your leadership? Let’s connect and build the future together.

Email: info@forambrown.com
Phone or Text: +14086002785

Chief Executive Officer

Alstom

Led an engineering team of 230 through the $6B Bombardier & Alstom merger.

Vice President of Engineering

Bombardier Transportation

Managed a global team of 230 engineers.

Delivered train projects worth over $1 billion. 

Hired over 30 leaders, managers, engineers and specialists.

Improved engineering cycle by 20% by vertically integrating design and manufacturing. 

 Managed budgets exceeding $150 million annually.

Led product line standardization, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Fostered innovation, achieving multiple patents and a 15% boost in reliability.

Rolls-Royce

Led the Ultra-Fan engine prototype development (Advance3).

Managed 125 Power Transmission components, delivering on a £35M budget.

Oversaw a global team of 120, streamlining engineering, supply chain and manufacturing.

Hired Engineering Program Managers, Contractors and Specialists to deliver on Time, Quality and Cost.

Developed strategies with 90% of UK suppliers for efficient delivery.

Ensured FAA and EASA compliance, achieving full component sign-off.

Director of Engineering

Led a global team of 50 engineers and specialists.

Supported department leaders with identifying gaps and hiring.

Delivered engine component upgrades within a £2.8 million budget.

Managed compliance with ISO9001 and FAA/EASA standards for all modifications.

Senior Engineering Program Manager

Led a team of 18 to achieve FAA/EASA certification for Trent 1000, a $15 million milestone.

Hired 2 test specialists and 1 certification specialist.

Managed a team of 12 specialists post-Qantas Flight 32, delivering a robust engine protection solution.

Coordinated global fleet testing for Trent engines, optimizing test bed availability and capacity.

Test Team Lead

Grew the team from 7 to 10 and developed FADEC for the Trent XWB engine, ensuring readiness for the first run.

Coordinated with Airbus and partners, meeting standards (ARP4754, DO-160, DO-178, DO-254).

Integration Team Lead

Developed FADEC and health monitoring system requirements, meeting ARP4754A, DO-178, and DO-331 standards.

Managed the architecture evolution process, ensuring compliance with DOORS requirements.

System Engineer

AstraZeneca

Managed Building Management Systems (BMS) for the entire Charnwood facility.

Engineering Success Through Diverse Leadership | Empowering Companies with Top-tier Talent | Fueling Innovation, Growth & Positive Impact.

You’re stretched thin, aren't you?

* Your engineering deliverables are late.
* Your customers are unhappy.
* Your outsourcing partners are delivering poor quality.
* Your time is consumed by firefighting instead of building.

As an engineering leader, I know how relentless it can feel. 

The pressure to deliver on Quality, Time, and Cost is unrelenting, and hiring or building the right team often feels like just another impossible task on an overflowing to-do list.

That’s where I come in.

I help Aerospace, Space & Defense companies solve their toughest leadership challenges through consulting and executive search.

🚀 As a consultant, I work alongside you to:
↳ Step into fractional leadership roles like VP, COO, or CTO to stabilize and drive business forward.
↳ Improve engineering delivery by identifying bottlenecks and implementing sustainable solutions.
↳ Solve outsourcing issues by ensuring quality and timelines are met.

🚀 As an executive recruiter, I:
↳ Find and place the transformative leaders who can scale your business, drive growth, and deliver results.
↳ Leverage a Systems Engineering approach to ensure every hire is aligned with your mission, not just your job description.

I’ve helped leaders like you:
🚀 CEOs like Andy secure a COO who raised $100M in funding.
🚀 SVPs like Sarah fill critical VP of Engineering roles in 4 weeks.
🚀 CEOs like Lauren find a CTO for a hydrogen tech startup.
🚀 Investors like John hire a CEO in just 6 weeks.

You don’t need to tackle these challenges alone. 

Whether you’re firefighting delivery issues, building a leadership pipeline, or scaling for growth, I’m here to help you solve the immediate problems and create a path forward.

Let’s explore how I can help you transform your team, deliver results, and get back to focusing on what really matters. Reach out today & let's get started!

Cheers,
Foram

Email: info@forambrown.com
Phone or Text: +14086002785

Foram Brown

Akhil Gupta

Multiple Companies

Advising on GTM, Operations, RevOps, Product Strategy, Finance - with a view on 0 to 1, and then scaling up.

Small check angel investor in mission-driven startups. I've invested in AI, Marketplaces, Healthcare, Space Tech, SaaS, Marketing Automation, Productivity, EdTech, Blockchain, and Aviation. 

Took a break to care for my aging parents between Jul 2023 and Jul 2024. 

Evaluating the next decade-defining career role at present.

Fractional Advisory and Angel Investing

Dandy

* Scaled revenue 5x to triple-digit ARR in one year.
* Established Dandy as the market leader in the $2B digital dentistry industry.
* Launched products with Product and Engineering, driving adoption and satisfaction.
* Owned GTM, revenue, customer success, and onboarding for profitability growth.

VP and General Manager, Commercial

Uber

* Led $25B marketplace, achieving 8% revenue and 10% profitability growth.
* Improved driver acquisition, retention, and satisfaction through strategic programs.
* Enhanced driver value proposition and navigated complex regulatory challenges.
* Directed 25 leaders, leading over 1,000+ team members globally.

GM, Head of Driver Operations (Director) - US & Canada Rides: Scaling $25B+ business

* Increased supply funnel conversion by 10% and reduced fraud to <1%.
* Delivered $100M+ annual savings through process optimizations and scalability.
* Scaled team from 25 to 350+ across operations and support, distributed globally.
* Partnered with Product to improve onboarding and compliance systems.

Head of Driver Access Operations - US & Canada: Scaling funnel for all Uber SKUs

Headed business strategy for division contributing ~10% driver hours globally. 

Global Head of Strategy & Planning - Vehicle Solutions (Uber's Fintech Subsidiary)
Head of Finance - Xchange (subsidiary under Vehicle Solutions)
Head of Strategic Operations - Xchange

* Directed strategy for a fintech subsidiary delivering 10% global driver hours.
* Aligned financial solutions with Uber’s core marketplace goals.
* Ran US Operations as COO.

COO, Uber U.S. Car Leasing (Xchange Leasing) + Global Strategy: Scaling 10% of Uber's business

KangarooHealth Inc.

Owned product strategy, product design, finance, business strategy, operations, and product marketing functions.

Head of Product and Business Operations

Barclays

* Managed P&L for all enterprise software clients on the West Coast.
* Led origination, structuring, and execution of M&A and financing deals.
* Delivered strategic insights to drive client growth and market leadership.

Vice President - Technology Investment Banking

Global enterprise software client coverage

* Covered global enterprise software clients, driving key deal executions.
* Conducted financial modeling and market analysis for strategic transactions.

Associate Vice President

Thomas Weisel Partners

* Sole associate executing enterprise software transactions for the firm.
* Supported M&A and capital-raising transactions execution.

Associate - Technology Investment Banking

* Built financial models and delivered market insights for enterprise software deals.
* Supported client pitches and transaction execution with detailed analysis.

Analyst

IBM / Hitachi Global Storage Technologies

Member of Advanced Technology Development team working on control systems research related to small form-factor storage drives.

* Developed software tools increasing team productivity by 15%.
* Collaborated across product, design, and research teams to optimize engineering workflows.
* Co-authored IEEE paper on disk drive performance optimization.

Software Engineer, Advanced Research Division

"I skate to where the puck 🏒 is going, not where it has been." – Wayne Gretzky

As a strategic business leader, I specialize in driving growth, profitability, and innovation across technology and tech-enabled companies. My expertise spans marketplaces, SaaS, and high-growth environments, where I’ve consistently turned strategic visions into market-leading outcomes.

What I bring to the table:
🚀  P&L Ownership: Proven ability to scale and lead multi-billion-dollar businesses.

🚀  Strategic Growth: Scaled revenue 5x at Dandy and drove $100M+ in savings at Uber.

🚀  Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborated with Product and Engineering teams to launch innovative products and improve customer satisfaction.

🚀  Operational Excellence: Transformed processes, enhanced retention, and delivered measurable business outcomes.

From leading a fintech subsidiary at Uber to scaling revenue at Dandy, I’ve built a career around solving complex problems, delivering results, and building high-performance teams. Whether scaling from 0 to 1 or navigating hyper-growth phases, I thrive on unlocking potential and turning challenges into opportunities.

My mission? Build and lead businesses that define the future.

Angel Investor and Advisor

Small check angel investor in mission-driven startups. I've invested in EdTech, Healthcare, Space Tech, SaaS, Marketing Automation, Productivity, Blockchain, International, and Aviation. 
For certain companies, I have been an advisor to CEOs on critical strategic and financial matters, with a view on 0 to 1, and then scaling up.

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