April 2, 2025
Special Aerospace Services (SAS), a leader in space, hypersonics and missile defense offering engineering, hardware, and mission critical communications technology, is pleased to announce the appointment of Deborah Adams as its new Chief People Officer (CPO). In this role, Deborah Adams will lead the company’s people strategy, talent development, and organizational culture as SAS continues its mission to deliver cutting-edge solutions to the aerospace and defense sectors.
With a distinguished career in human resources leadership, Deborah Adams brings extensive experience in organizational development, employee engagement, and workforce transformation. She has a proven track record of driving people-first strategies that foster innovation and operational excellence. As SAS continues to expand its presence and impact in the industry, Deborah Adams’s leadership will be instrumental in ensuring a strong, values-driven workplace that supports both employees and business objectives.
“We are thrilled to welcome Deborah Adams to the SAS leadership team,” said CEO Warren Kohm. “Her expertise in developing high-performing teams and cultivating a dynamic workplace culture will be invaluable as we continue to grow and push the boundaries of aerospace and defense technology.”
Deborah Adams joins SAS at a pivotal moment, as the company advances key initiatives in workforce planning/development and talent acquisition. With a passion for fostering a collaborative and mission-driven workforce, Deborah Adams will be focused on ensuring that SAS remains a top employer in the aerospace and defense industry.
“I am honored to join SAS at such an exciting time in its journey,” said Deborah Adams. “The company’s commitment to innovation, excellence, and its people is truly inspiring. I look forward to working with the talented SAS team to enhance our employee experience and drive forward our strategic goals.”
About Special Aerospace Services SAS provides engineering services, missile defense solutions, mission critical communications technologies, and manufacturing support to NASA, the Department of Defense and related agencies including the Missile Defense Agency, and the commercial space sector. The SAS team is committed to furthering humankind’s dreams and endeavors in space and strengthening our national security space and missile defense initiatives. SAS is headquartered in Huntsville, AL, with offices in Colorado, Virginia, and California. To learn more about SAS, please visit: www.sasaerospace.com.
