Kathy J. Warden
Also at Northrop Grumman Corp
About
As of January 29, 2025, she is 53 years old and is widely recognized for her deep expertise in the aerospace and defense industry.
She joined the corporation in 2008 and quickly established herself by taking on increasing leadership responsibilities, including roles such as Vice President of the Cyber Intelligence Division and Corporate Vice President for the Information Systems and Mission Systems Sectors.
Her strategic contributions advanced the company’s performance significantly, leading her to be appointed as CEO and President in January 2019, and subsequently taking on the role of Chair in August 2019—a testament to her visionary leadership.
Beyond her executive roles, she has also enriched the broader business community through her involvement on various boards and industry associations, contributing valuable insight and governance to organizations such as Merck & Co., Inc., the Aerospace Industries Association, and Catalyst.
$NOC Performance Under Kathy J. Warden
Past Roles
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northrop Grumman Corporation | President and Chief Operating Officer | January 2018 - December 2018 | Former NOC role |
| Northrop Grumman Corporation | Corporate Vice President and President of the Mission Systems Sector | 2016 - 2017 | Former NOC role |
| Northrop Grumman Corporation | Corporate Vice President and President of the former Information Systems Sector | 2013 - 2015 | Former NOC role |
| Northrop Grumman Corporation | Vice President of the Cyber Intelligence Division | 2011 - 2012 | Former NOC role |
| General Dynamics | Leadership Role | N/A | Held leadership role before joining NOC |
| Veridian Corporation | Leadership Role | N/A | Held leadership role before joining NOC |
| General Electric Company | Leadership Role in Commercial Industries | N/A | Nearly a decade in commercial industries |
| Venture Internet Firm | Principal | N/A | Held position as principal before joining NOC |
| James Madison University | Board of Visitors Member | N/A | Former academic board position |
External Roles
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merck & Co., Inc. | Member of the Board of Directors | N/A | N/A |
| Catalyst | Member of the Board of Directors | N/A | N/A |
Fixed Compensation
| Component Name | Amount | Payment Schedule | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Salary | $1,750,000 | Annual, 2023 | 6% increase from 2022 |
| Savings Excess Plan - Executive Contribution | $484,251 | 2023 (Deferred contribution) | N/A |
| Savings Excess Plan - Company Contribution | $218,269 | 2023 (Deferred contribution) | Matching contribution |
| ORAC - Company Contribution | $226,571 | 2023 (Deferred contribution) | N/A |
Performance Compensation
Annual Incentive Plan (AIP)
| Metric | Value/Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Target Bonus | 185% of Base Salary | Based on base salary |
| Performance Metrics | Company Metrics Score: 0%-200% and Strategic & Operational Assessment: 80%-120% | CPF derived from a blend of both components |
| Company Performance Factor | 157% | For 2023 |
| Final Bonus Payout | $5,082,875 | Calculated as Target Bonus multiplied by the CPF |
| Evaluation Period | 2023 Performance Year | Annual performance measurement |
Restricted Performance Stock Rights (RPSRs)
| Metric | Value/Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Performance Metrics | rTSR, Adjusted Cumulative FCF, ROIC | Each metric weighted equally (1/3) |
| Target Range | 0% to 200% of Awarded Rights | Based on performance against metrics |
| Vesting Schedule | After 3-Year Performance Period | January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2025 |
| Grant Date | February 16, 2023 | |
| Grant Date Fair Value | $11,200,296 | |
| Grant Date Stock Price | Not Provided | N/A |
| Additional Details | Dividend equivalents accrue | Paid upon distribution |