About

Nick L. Stanage is the former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Hexcel Corporation, a global leader in advanced lightweight composite technologies for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. AMETEK announced his appointment to the Board on May 8, 2026.

Holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Western Michigan University and a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Notre Dame.

Roles

Ametek Inc.
Director · Current role
2026–present
Hexcel Corporation
Executive Chairman
May 2024 – November 2024
Hexcel Corporation
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer · Joined Hexcel in 2009 as President, became Chief Operating Officer in 2012, named CEO in 2013 and Chairman in 2014; retired May 2024.
2013 – 2024
Dana Holding Corporation
President, Heavy Vehicles Product Group; VP and GM, Commercial Vehicle Group · Prior to joining Hexcel; earlier spent 20 years with Honeywell, Inc. in leadership roles including Vice President and General Manager, Engine Systems & Accessories.

External Roles

Huntington Ingalls Industries
Director
since December 2025

Also at Ametek Inc.

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