# General Dynamics Names Deep CEO

General Dynamics announced that CEO Phebe Novakovic will become executive chairman and company president Danny Deep will succeed her as CEO effective January 1; the signal does not specify the year. The leadership change represents continuity at a major defense contractor, while Amy Gilliland’s departure from the company’s IT services unit leaves suppliers and contractors watching for any changes to business priorities or program execution.

- Government customers and industry partners can review their current General Dynamics program contacts and account plans in light of the leadership transition.
- The announcement does not identify contract changes or a shift in strategy; suppliers should distinguish the confirmed succession from any potential changes to program execution or IT services priorities.
- Companies doing business with General Dynamics may find it useful to assess whether the leadership transition affects active proposals, delivery coordination, or engagement with the IT services unit.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Published:** October 07, 2026

### Vendors
- General Dynamics (Defense contractor)

### Key Quotes
> We have greatly benefitted from her efforts in setting a clear strategic vision, creating enduring value and in building a strong and capable leadership team.
> — Laura J. Schumacher, General Dynamics independent lead director

> Danny is a highly skilled executive with rich operating experience. It has been a pleasure working closely with him and I am certain he will be an outstanding CEO.
> — Phebe Novakovic, General Dynamics CEO

### Sources
- [General Dynamics' Novakovic to hand CEO reins over to Deep - Washington Technology](https://www.washingtontechnology.com/companies/2026/10/general-dynamics-novakovic-hand-ceo-reins-over-deep/416484) - Washington Technology