Leidos appoints new chief executive for its UK and European business

Technology specialist Leidos has appointed Adam Clarke as its chief executive of Leidos UK & Europe, effective from 31 March 2025, the company announced on 26 March.

Clarke, who brings more than 20 years of experience across the aerospace, defence and security sectors to lead Leidos’ European operations, replaces Eric Freeman, who is facilitating the transition before returning to the United States.

Prior to joining Leidos, Clarke was UK managing director for the helicopters division at Leonardo and held senior positions with the company for over two decades, including strategy and competitive analysis director for the electronics division.

Clarke holds a master’s degree in manufacturing engineering and operations management from the University of Nottingham and a Master of Business Administration from the INSEAD Business School in Fontainebleau, France.

“Adam’s focus on programme excellence and strategic growth aligns perfectly with our vision for our UK team,” Vicki Schmanske, Leidos; commercial and international sector president, was quoted as saying in a company press release. “I am confident Adam will help foster our culture of innovation and leverage our global talent to deliver defence logistics modernisation and enhanced mission software to accelerate customer success.”

Clarke himself stated, “Leidos is an innovative market leader in technology, and I am delighted to be given this opportunity to lead Leidos UK in this next chapter of unwavering commitment to our customers’ missions.”