Anna Gragossian is a highly accomplished aerospace and defense executive with over 20 years of progressive leadership experience driving growth, operational excellence, and innovation across complex domestic and international markets. Known for her strategic mindset, dynamic leadership, and deep technical expertise, Anna has served in high-impact roles across the Department of Defense (DoD), Foreign Military Sales (FMS), and global defense sectors—guiding organizations through transformational growth and delivering sustainable value.
Currently, Anna serves as President of Global Bridges Consulting, where she partners with domestic and international companies to expand market presence, accelerate go-to-market strategies for advanced technologies, and resolve execution challenges that hinder strategic progress. Through her consulting practice, she leverages her vast network, keen market insights, and leadership acumen to create competitive advantage and drive long-term success for clients across industries.
Prior to launching her own firm, Anna held several senior executive roles at L3Harris Technologies, including General Manager of Surveillance Solutions, Director of International Business Development, and General Manager of Aviation Systems. In these capacities, she managed multi-million-dollar defense programs, directed global P&L operations, and led international business expansion in radar, reconnaissance, electronic warfare, and aviation technologies. She successfully executed growth strategies across U.S., European, and Middle Eastern defense markets, consistently exceeding revenue, profitability, and delivery targets.
Anna’s leadership philosophy is grounded in collaboration, accountability, and results. She has demonstrated expertise in managing cross-functional teams—including engineering, finance, HR, operations, and supply chain—and has consistently built high-performing cultures that elevate employee engagement and customer satisfaction. Her experience navigating complex contract negotiations, divestiture strategies, and new market entries positions her as a strategic advisor capable of guiding companies through high-stakes decisions and transformational change.
Her early career at Eaton Aerospace provided a strong foundation in engineering, contracts, and program management, where she managed key programs for major OEMs like Boeing and Lockheed Martin. She was recognized for cultivating a customer-centric team culture that earned industry accolades and direct program assignments from top-tier clients.
Anna holds a Master of Science in Manufacturing Systems and Engineering Management from California State University, Northridge, and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering from Azad University in Tehran, Iran. She is a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt and a Project Management Professional (PMP) certified by the Project Management Institute (PMI). Fluent in English, Armenian, and French, Anna brings a global perspective to every challenge she tackles.
Outside of her professional pursuits, Anna is passionate about the arts and outdoor activities—enjoying piano, reading, tennis, kayaking, and biking. She is also an active member of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) and AUSC, maintaining close ties with the defense and security community.
With a personal mission of “Innovators reaching the in accessible.” Anna is now actively seeking board service opportunities where she can apply her deep experience, strategic insight, and unwavering commitment to innovation and impact. She is driven to contribute meaningfully to organizations at the governance level, helping shape the future of industry through strong oversight, operational rigor, and visionary thinking.
Character: Anna is a passionate and dedicated leader known for her integrity, resilience, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Knowledge: She brings deep expertise in defense, aerospace, program execution, and international business development built over two decades of executive leadership.
Strategic: Anna excels at developing and executing growth strategies that drive operational efficiency, expand global markets, and position organizations for long-term success.
Communication: She is a compelling communicator and public speaker who fosters alignment across diverse teams and builds lasting relationships with stakeholders worldwide.
