Brad Brosius
About Brad Brosius
Brad Brosius serves as the Global Sales Director for Defense at Kennametal, bringing extensive experience from his previous roles at Northrop Grumman and other companies. He holds advanced degrees in business and engineering, and possesses expertise in quality management and manufacturing processes within the Defense & Space industry.
Work at Kennametal
Brad Brosius serves as the Global Sales Director for Defense at Kennametal, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing sales strategies and initiatives within the defense sector on a global scale. His extensive experience in the industry supports his ability to drive business growth and capture opportunities in defense markets.
Previous Experience at Northrop Grumman
Brosius worked at Northrop Grumman for several years in various roles. He was the Mission Assurance Engineering Manager for the Ammunition Segment from 2015 to 2016 in Minneapolis, MN. Following this, he served as the Medium Caliber Ammunition Sr. Engineering Manager from 2016 to 2022 in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. Additionally, he held the position of Sr. Quality Engineer from 2013 to 2015 in Minneapolis, MN.
Education and Expertise
Brad Brosius holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Liberty University, obtained between 1999 and 2004. He furthered his education with a Master of Business Administration from Hamline University, completed from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he earned a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering from NYU Tandon School of Engineering, which he completed from 2016 to 2020. His educational background supports his expertise in domestic and international business capture, particularly in the Defense & Space industry.
Quality Assurance and Engineering Background
Brosius has a strong engineering background, particularly in Industrial Engineering and Statistics. His experience in quality assurance is highlighted by his roles as Quality Assurance Manager at Alliance Machine, Inc. and Dayton Rogers Mfg. He is skilled in ISO 9001/AS9100 standards, essential for quality management systems in aerospace and defense sectors. He also holds certifications as a Quality Manager and Quality Auditor.
Manufacturing Experience
Brosius has extensive experience in manufacturing processes, having worked in various capacities that required knowledge of both small and large production volumes. His roles at Dayton Rogers Mfg. included Quality Assurance Manager and Process Engineering Manager, where he focused on ensuring quality and efficiency in manufacturing operations, which is crucial for his current responsibilities in the defense sector.