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L3Harris CEO Christopher Kubasik steps down after probe
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Fusion42 · 19 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
L3Harris Technologies CEO Christopher Kubasik resigned following a board investigation into conduct inconsistent with company values, with Sam Mehta named as the new CEO and Christopher Aebli promoted to president of the communications and spectrum segment.
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.
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Leadership changes create uncertainty in defence contracts and strategy. You should reach out to potential partners or clients to understand how their priorities may shift under the new CEO.
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3 sources · first reported 17 Aug 2026 · latest 19 Aug 2026
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