Cadence Aerospace (Cadence), a leading manufacturer of critical precision components to the aerospace and defense industry and backed by Arlington Capital Partners, has announced that Olivier Jarrault has been appointed to its Board of Directors.

Most recently, Jarrault served as the President and CEO of Albany International, a global developer and manufacturer of advanced materials-based engineered components for the aerospace and paper markets, and was previously Group President of ALCOA Engineered Products and Solutions.

Julian Guerra, Interim CEO at Cadence, said, “Olivier’s extensive expertise in leading advanced engineering and manufacturing businesses, particularly in the aerospace and defense market, will be a key addition to our team as we continue to strategically grow our Structures and Engines divisions.”

Peter Manos, a Managing Partner at Arlington, stated, “Olivier has an impressive track record with over 35 years of experience in the aerospace and defense industry working for leading blue-chip companies.”

Bilal Noor, a Vice President at Arlington, said, “Olivier has delivered exceptional financial and operational growth during his time at Albany International and at ALCOA before that. We look forward to leveraging his many years of experience as we continue to grow Cadence.”