Prior to joining Protonex, Ierardi has held senior level positions at RSA the security division of EMC, Telco Systems, Integral Access and Lucent Technologies and has set-up manufacturing operations in multiple locations in the US, Europe and Asia. Ierardi holds a masters degree in computer integrated manufacturing from Brigham Young University and a B.S. in mechanical engineering from the University of Lowell.

“Dave will be instrumental in establishing and scaling the Company’s manufacturing efforts,” said Scott Pearson, president and chief executive officer of Protonex. “We look forward to his expertise and leadership as we introduce new products, engage new markets and grow the business.”