Defense and Biotech Expert Dan Pikora Joins Battelle to Lead National Security Business

COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dan Pikora has been selected to lead Battelle’s National Security business as General Manager, Battelle announced today.

He brings more than 25 years of experience in technology design, manufacturing operations, and product support, with a strong record of operational excellence and business growth.

Pikora most recently worked at Quanterix Corp, where he served as Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President of Research Products. Before his tenure at Quanterix, Pikora was a business unit president at Ultra Electronics, specializing in flight instrumentation, tactical electronics, and RF/microwave components. Additionally, he held positions at BAE Systems and Raytheon.

“We’re excited to have Dan join our leadership team at Battelle,” said Matt Vaughan, President of Battelle’s Applied Science and Technology business. “He brings extensive industry experience, a great leadership approach, and a passion for advancing innovated technology from the lab to the field in support of warfighters.”

Pikora holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He has a master’s degree in computer science and an MBA from Boston University.

About Battelle

Every day, the people of Battelle apply science and technology to solving what matters most. At major technology centers and national laboratories around the world, Battelle conducts research and development, designs and manufactures products, and delivers critical services for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio since its founding in 1929, Battelle serves the national security, health and life sciences, and energy and environmental industries. For more information, visit www.battelle.org.