Marco is an experienced defence professional with a strong background in programme, project and system management of complex weapon systems. He brings structure, clarity and direction in multidisciplinary and international environments. With strong analytical skills and a collaborative style, he delivers robust and sustainable results across technical, operational and diplomatic domains.
Experience Summary
2021 – 2025 Netherlands Defence Attaché for Italy, Greece, Cyprus and Malta
– Reported to the Netherlands Ministry of Defence on regional military and security developments.
-Responsible for bilateral military cooperation and representation.
-Supported deployment and activities of the Netherlands Armed Forces abroad.
-Facilitated engagement with and promotion of the Netherlands defence industry.
2015 – 2021 Team Lead F-35 Program, Defence Materiel Organisation (DMO)
-Led all Dutch procurement activities related to the F-35 program.
-As mandated Military Type Certificate Holder, responsible for initial certification and continued airworthiness modifications.
-Supported the introduction of the F-35 into the Royal Netherlands Air Force.
2013 – 2015 — Chief Fixed Wing Aircraft, Defence Materiel Organisation (DMO)
-Responsible for certification and airworthiness of multiple fixed-wing aircraft (F-16, PC-7, KDC-10, C-130, G-IV, UAS).
-Represented the Netherlands as a prime member in the F-16 Multinational Fighter Program OLR Subcommittee.
2004 – 2007 — Senior Logistics Planner Afghanistan Desk (J4), Defence Staff
-Responsible for national logistic planning for all Dutch operations in Afghanistan.
-Coordinated logistic activities with NATO headquarters and international partners.
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