AMERICAN SYSTEMS has appointed Babak Nouri as vice president of corporate development. Previously serving as the director of account management, Nouri steps into the role formerly held by John Steckel, who was promoted to president and chief operating officer of AMERICAN SYSTEMS in September 2023.
Nouri will drive the company’s business development efforts, lead the merger and acquisition team and direct legislative affairs efforts.
“After conducting a thorough search of internal and external candidates, Babak was a natural choice to fill this position,” Steckel said. “I have no doubt that his deep knowledge of the government contracting market and 20-plus years of experience will pay dividends as we continue to grow the size and scope of new business wins.”
Nouri, who joined AMERICAN SYSTEMS in 2018, brings over 20 years of industry experience to his new role. He has previously held senior-level business development and capture positions at notable firms, including Peraton, L-3, and SAIC.