ROSELAND, N.J., Sept. 14 -- Curtiss-Wright Corporation (NYSE: CW) announced that B. Parker Miller III has joined Curtiss-Wright Corporation as Senior Vice President - Government Relations. Located in Curtiss-Wright's Washington DC office, Miller will coordinate Curtiss-Wright's participation on existing and new programs with the U.S. Government. He will also monitor opportunities for strategic affiliations between Curtiss-Wright businesses and major research universities.

Miller began his career as an Infantry Officer and Aviator in the Marine Corps, serving as Company Commander, Budget and Legislative Officer, Group Operations Officer, Squadron Commanding Officer and finally, Director of the Navy Legislative Affairs Program Office. He then spent twelve years with Northrop Grumman, providing leadership in both Capitol Hill and Pentagon business as well as strategic development. Miller received a master's degree in international relations from Auburn University and a bachelor's degree in education and history from North Georgia College. He also graduated from Naval Aviator Flight Training, Amphibious Warfare School and Air Force Command and Staff.

"Parker's wealth of experience will be invaluable to Curtiss-Wright in managing our expanding business with the U.S. Government," commented Martin R. Benante, Chairman and CEO. "Parker will act as the focal point to keep Curtiss-Wright's government and major defense customers aware of our unique technologies which will prove beneficial to our customers and shareholders alike."

About Curtiss-Wright

Curtiss-Wright Corporation is a diversified company headquartered in Roseland, New Jersey. The company designs, manufactures and overhauls products for motion control and flow control applications, and provides a variety of metal treatment services. The firm employs approximately 5,900 people worldwide. More information on Curtiss-Wright can be found on the Internet at www.curtisswright.com.