Interim management for defense and dual-use

Temporary leadership expertise for defense programs, security solutions, and highly regulated environments

Why interim management in the defense and dual-use sector?

The defense and dual-use industry faces unique challenges: strict regulatory and security requirements, geopolitical volatility, long procurement cycles, and specialized supply chains require executives who can act immediately.

Interim managers bring proven solutions from highly regulated and security-critical environments – without any training period. They stabilize critical defense programs, navigate complex compliance requirements, optimize production capacities, and secure supply chains. External defense expertise pays off, especially in program crisis management, security audits, or the integration of defense contracts.

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XQI Partners

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Looking for a Interim Manager? Our Partners will find the optimal solution for you – tailored, fast and discreet.

Holger Rosemann

Managing Partner, Düsseldorf

Tapani Hänninen

Managing Partner, München

Robert Butz

Managing Partner, München

Georg Larch

Managing Partner, München

York von Massenbach

Managing Partner, München

Ilka Herzog

Managing Partner, Düsseldorf

Stephan Franken

Managing Partner, Düsseldorf

Dirk Niederberghaus

Managing Partner, Düsseldorf
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What you can count on

  • Defense industry expertise
    Interim managers with a deep understanding of defense programs, military requirements, and procurement processes.

  • Regulatory & compliance
    Proven experience with export control regulations (ITAR, EAR), EU dual-use regulations, and security clearance.

  • Supply chain security
    Expertise in supply chain security, critical raw materials, and geopolitical risks.

  • Production & program management
    Competence in complex, long-term defense programs with high quality and safety standards.

Your leaders for success

We place experienced interim managers who can make an immediate impact in the defense and dual-use sectors—with clear goals and measurable results:

  • Crisis managers with strong implementation skills:
    Turn program delays, cost overruns, and compliance deficits into stable, secure operations.

  • Strategic thought leaders for the future:
    Realign defense portfolios and production structures – for geopolitical realities and new threat scenarios.

  • Industry experts with practical knowledge:
    Understand the regulatory, safety, and commercial requirements of the defense industry – without any training period.

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Areas of application for interim management

Interim executives in defense and dual use act as catalysts for change—they bring expertise, experience, and implementation skills exactly where they are needed:

1. Defense program management & procurement

  • Taking over the management of critical defense programs to stabilize schedules and costs.

  • Implementing project management systems for complex multi-year programs.

  • Coordinating with ministries, the military, and international partners.

2. Regulatory Compliance & Export Control

  • Navigating ITAR, EAR, and EU dual-use regulation requirements.

  • Establishing compliance systems for export control and sanctions management.

  • Preparation for regulatory inspections and security audits.

3. Security Management & Clearance

  • Implementation of industrial security programs and facility security.

  • Management of security clearance processes for employees.

  • Establishment of insider threat detection and cybersecurity measures.

4. Supply Chain Security & Critical Raw Materials

  • Restructuring of supply chains with a focus on security and redundancy.

  • Identification and securing of critical components and raw materials.

  • Diversification of supplier networks under geopolitical risks.

5. Arms Production & Manufacturing

  • Establishment or optimization of specialized manufacturing for military standards.

  • Implementation of quality control for critical defense components.

  • Validation of production processes and certification standards.

6. Business Development & International Partnerships

  • Establishment of international arms partnerships and licensing programs.

  • Strategic positioning in geopolitically important markets.

  • Structuring joint venture and consortium models.

7. Organizational Development & Transformation

  • Establishing specialized defense competence centers.

  • Reorganization for increased capacity requirements in times of crisis.

  • Integration of acquired defense companies and their programs.

Why choose us?

  • Experienced defense experts with proven expertise in crisis management, compliance, and strategic leadership.

  • Rapid identification and selection of suitable interim managers for your specific requirements.

  • Flexible solutions for bridging vacancies, transformation, or turnaround—ready for action in no time.

About us

We bring defense expertise to the forefront —for armament programs, security solutions, and highly regulated environments.

Rely on our many years of defense experience and implementation expertise—we provide tailor-made management solutions for your individual project, ensuring program excellence, regulatory compliance, and national security.

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