IRVINE, Calif., July 30, 2025 — Terran Orbital Corporation, a leading manufacturer of small satellites serving the aerospace and defense industries, proudly announces the appointment of Ashish Patil as the company’s new Vice President of Information Technology. Based at the company’s Irvine, California headquarters, Patil will report directly to Chief Executive Officer Peter Krauss.
Patil brings more than 20 years of IT leadership and cybersecurity experience spanning aerospace, automotive, and medical device industries. He joins Terran Orbital from Karma Automotive, where he served as Head of IT and Cybersecurity Officer, leading global IT operations, driving digital transformation, and implementing advanced AI and cloud technologies that significantly improved enterprise performance.
Throughout his career, Patil has:
- Championed large-scale IT transformations, achieving up to 90% cloud adoption and delivering multi-million-dollar cost efficiencies.
- Led complex cybersecurity initiatives aligned with Department of Defense, NIST, and international compliance standards, earning recognition as a Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) Hall of Fame Awardee in 2023.
- Managed global enterprise systems supporting operations in the U.S., Europe, and Asia while enabling rapid business growth.
- Successfully integrated IT infrastructures during major mergers and acquisitions, including Western Digital’s $4.5B acquisition of HGST.
“Ashish’s proven ability to lead complex IT and cybersecurity initiatives will be critical as we continue to expand our operations and deliver on mission-critical programs for our government and commercial partners,” said Peter Krauss, Chief Executive Officer of Terran Orbital. “We are excited to welcome him to the team and look forward to the impact his leadership will have on our technology strategy.”
“I am honored to join Terran Orbital at such a pivotal time for the company,” said Patil. “I look forward to working with the talented team here to further strengthen our IT infrastructure, enhance cybersecurity, and support the company’s growth trajectory.”
Patil holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from California State University, Long Beach, and an MBA from the University of Southern California. He is a Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) and a 2023 CCISO Hall of Fame honoree.
About Terran Orbital
Terran Orbital, a Lockheed Martin Company, is a leading manufacturer of satellite solutions, providing end-to-end mission services for commercial, civil, and government customers. Terran Orbital specializes in designing, building, and operating advanced satellite systems, leveraging cutting-edge technologies that support critical missions around the world.
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