Robert T Murphy

Robert (Bob) Murphy was named President, Land & Armaments Operating Group on November 5, 2009. Land & Armaments is the world's largest military vehicle and equipment business, with operations in South Africa, Sweden, Germany, Turkey, France, the United Kingdom and the United States of America.

In his previous role, Murphy was Executive Vice President, Land & Armaments Operating Group, responsible for the execution and delivery of customer requirements, financial commitments, and continuous improvement of the operations within the Land & Armaments Operating Groups.

He previously held the position of Senior Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer, responsible for financial accountability for the company's U.S.-based operating groups, which collectively employ some 56,000 employees in the U.S., U.K., Sweden and South Africa.

Murphy has also previously served as the President of BAE Systems Technology Solutions Sector, a provider of tailored, integrated technical and professional services solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense, Federal, Civilian, Government, and Homeland Security markets.

He originally joined BAE Systems in 1999 as Vice President - Finance and Chief Financial Officer following 18 years at General Electric, where he provided financial leadership for several major divisions.

Murphy holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Marketing from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh. During his career, he has also completed numerous advanced financial management and senior leadership programs.