Crimson Trace has tapped Eric Petterson as the company's new director of engineering. He will lead the company's engineering department in increasing new product output to consumers, OEM partners, and the military /defense customer segments.

“I am very excited to join such an energized and passionate organization,” said Petterson. “I look forward to helping continue the company's rich history of leading innovation and creativity in the marketplace.”

Petterson brings more than a dozen years experience to his new position in the release-to-market of custom OEM and standard products. He was previously employed by Electrochem Solutions in Beaverton, Oregon along with employment terms with Micro Power Electronics, InnovaComm Technologies, and Maxtek Components.

Petterson will provide strategic vision and leadership to Crimson Trace's engineering and product development functions to support the company's revenue goals and product innovation initiatives. He will serve as an Executive Team member in order to accomplish company objectives and organizational needs