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Sam Mehta Named L3Harris President, CEO as Christopher Kubasik Steps Down

Published

18 August 2026

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operational-macro

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Defense Tech

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United States

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Fusion42 · 18 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

L3Harris Technologies appoints Sam Mehta as President and CEO following Christopher Kubasik's resignation, with key leadership restructuring in place.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Defense Tech, and 3 sources have reported it between 17 Aug 2026 and 19 Aug 2026.

◆ The Wire takeaway

Sam Mehta's CEO appointment at L3Harris signals a key leadership pivot that could reshape company strategy and partnerships. Founders targeting defence tech contracts need to reassess key decision-makers and potential shifts in procurement priorities.

Coverage

3 sources · first reported 17 Aug 2026 · latest 19 Aug 2026

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