Tony Koblinski

Chief Executive Officer / Karman Space & Defense


Tony Koblinski is Chief Executive Officer of Karman Space & Defense (Karman) since 2021. He is responsible for defining the company’s vision and leading the strategic direction and growth of the company. Mr. Koblinski’s holds over 25+ years of extensive expertise in building integrated systems and processes, enabling Karman’s divisions to exceed our customers’ expectations.

Mr. Koblinski previously served as President/CEO of Madison-Kipp Corporation from September 2011 to November 2020. Before joining Madison-Kipp, he previously had a leading role as National Vice President of Homebuilding Operations at Pulte Homes in 2007. Additionally, he served as Vice President of Operations for Bombardier Recreational Products in 2002. He began his career as Plant Manager for Saturn Corporation where he rose to Executive Director of Production Control at General Motors in 1998.

Mr. Koblinski obtained his Master of Business Administration – Operations from University of Michigan in 1985. Additionally, he received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Central Michigan University in 1982.