NAVAIR Executive and Leadership Team

Angelina Nance, the Chief of Staff at NAVAIR, directs the administrative functions and operational workflows essential for maintaining naval aviation readiness. Nance coordinates cross-functional communication between internal departments to ensure alignment with the broader mission of providing advanced technology and material support to the fleet. By streamlining internal processes, the Chief of Staff facilitates efficient decision-making across the organization. Angelina Nance monitors the execution of high-level directives, ensuring that all divisions adhere to established protocols while supporting the complex requirements of Navy and Marine Corps aircraft. This leadership role involves managing the flow of information to the executive leadership team, thereby enhancing organizational agility. Through the implementation of rigorous management standards, the Chief of Staff optimizes resource allocation and maintains operational excellence. Ultimately, Nance secures the structural integrity of the command, enabling the successful delivery of critical aviation systems to warfighters operating in diverse global theaters.

Dana Burke, the Group Operations & Strategy Office, Human Capital Management Chief of Staff at NAVAIR, architects the workforce development strategies necessary to sustain high-performance engineering and technical teams. Burke oversees the alignment of human capital initiatives with the long-term strategic goals of the command, ensuring that the organization retains the specialized talent required for naval aviation innovation. By managing the operational framework for personnel management, the Chief of Staff drives improvements in recruitment, training, and retention across the enterprise. Dana Burke integrates data-driven insights into workforce planning, allowing the command to anticipate future technical requirements and adjust staffing models accordingly. This leadership role involves collaborating with senior leadership to foster a culture of technical excellence and mission readiness. Through the optimization of human capital processes, the Chief of Staff supports the broader mission of providing advanced material support to the Navy and Marine Corps, ensuring that the workforce remains capable of addressing evolving maritime challenges.

Stephanie Gleason, the 22 Osprey Joint Program Office, Naval Air Systems Command Chief of Staff V at NAVAIR, manages the complex administrative and operational requirements of the V-22 Osprey program. Gleason coordinates the integration of logistics, engineering, and procurement activities to ensure the continued airworthiness and mission capability of this critical aircraft platform. By overseeing the daily operations of the program office, the Chief of Staff V facilitates seamless collaboration between military stakeholders and industrial partners. Stephanie Gleason monitors program milestones and resource utilization, ensuring that the V-22 fleet receives the necessary material support to maintain operational readiness. This leadership role involves mitigating risks associated with complex aviation systems and ensuring compliance with rigorous naval standards. Through the effective management of program-level activities, the Chief of Staff V directly contributes to the success of naval aviation initiatives, providing the necessary oversight to sustain the V-22 Osprey as a cornerstone of modern naval and Marine Corps operations.

Larry Branthoover, the Chief Technology Officer, Navair Peo Apeo For St & Tactical Aircraft (T) & Portfolio Manager at NAVAIR, directs the research, development, and integration of advanced tactical aircraft technologies. Branthoover oversees the technical roadmap for the portfolio, ensuring that current and future aviation systems meet the demanding requirements of the United States Navy. By managing the transition of emerging technologies into operational platforms, the Chief Technology Officer drives innovation across the tactical aircraft domain. Larry Branthoover collaborates with engineering teams and program managers to align technical investments with strategic mission objectives. This leadership role involves evaluating the feasibility of new systems and ensuring that the command maintains a technological edge in contested environments. Through the oversight of complex portfolio management, the Chief Technology Officer optimizes the development lifecycle of critical aviation assets, ensuring that the Navy and Marine Corps possess the most capable and reliable aircraft for global operations.