VSE Management
Management criteria checks 2/4
VSE's CEO is John Cuomo, appointed in Apr 2019, has a tenure of 7.08 years. total yearly compensation is $8.97M, comprised of 11.2% salary and 88.8% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.67% of the company’s shares, worth $36.11M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 1.7 years and 7.8 years respectively.
Key information
John Cuomo
Chief executive officer
US$9.0m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 11.15% |
| CEO tenure | 7.1yrs |
| CEO ownership | 0.7% |
| Management average tenure | 1.7yrs |
| Board average tenure | 7.8yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 01
VSEC: Aero Aftermarket Cycle Will Support 2026 Margin Expansion
The analyst price target for VSE has been reduced by about $4, as analysts factor in slightly lower revenue growth and margin expectations, along with a higher assumed P/E multiple based on recent Street research updates. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on VSE has been active, with several firms updating their price targets following the latest Q4 earnings and management outlook.Narrative Update • Apr 17
VSEC: Aero Aftermarket And M&A Integration Will Support 2026 Margin Expansion
The analyst price target for VSE has been adjusted slightly lower to approximately $256 from about $258, as analysts factor in updated assumptions for discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E expectations following recent research updates across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent research on VSE clusters around higher price targets grounded in updated forecasts for revenue, margins, and the contribution from recent transactions, with only one more cautious adjustment at the margin.Narrative Update • Apr 02
VSEC: 2026 Aftermarket Execution And M&A Integration Will Support Margin Expansion
Analysts trimmed the blended fair value estimate for VSE to about $258 per share, down from roughly $262, as updated models reflect slightly lower margin and P/E assumptions, even as recent price target moves cite healthy commercial aero aftermarket trends, updated post-earnings estimates, and potential upside from PT6 and APU agreements and pending PAG acquisitions. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on VSE point to a generally constructive tone, with most price target moves tied to Q4 results, updated estimates, and expectations around commercial aero aftermarket conditions and new program wins.Narrative Update • Mar 19
VSEC: 2026 Aftermarket Execution And M&A Activity Are Expected To Support Margins
VSE's updated analyst price target has moved higher into the mid $260s, supported by analysts citing stronger Q4 results, healthier commercial aero aftermarket conditions, and company guidance that points to revenue growth and margin expansion into 2026. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on VSE clusters around a tighter range of higher price targets in the mid to high $260s, with most updates tied to Q4 results, guidance through 2026, and the health of the commercial aero aftermarket.Narrative Update • Mar 04
VSEC: 2026 Aftermarket Execution And M&A Are Expected To Support Margins
The analyst fair value estimate for VSE has moved from $234.52 to $262.00. This reflects updated Street price targets in the $250 to $273 range as analysts factor in management's 2026 revenue outlook, expected EBITDA margin expansion, and recent aftermarket contract wins and M&A activity.Narrative Update • Feb 18
VSEC: Sector Momentum And Offerings Are Expected To Support Future Margins
Narrative Update on VSE Our analyst price target for VSE has moved from $225.03 to $234.52. This reflects updated views on slightly lower revenue growth assumptions, higher profit margins, and a modestly higher future P/E in line with recent price target increases from multiple firms covering the aerospace and defense group.Narrative Update • Feb 03
VSEC: Sector Momentum And Aftermarket Demand Are Expected To Support Future Margins
Analysts have lifted their price targets on VSE, supporting a move in our fair value estimate from US$212.84 to US$225.03. They attribute this change to updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, discount rates, and a lower future P/E multiple across recent sector research.Seeking Alpha • Jan 26
VSE Corporation: M&A As An Aerospace Growth Engine
Summary VSE Corporation has fully pivoted to aviation, divesting non-core segments and aggressively expanding its MRO and parts distribution footprint. VSEC targets 11% annual sales growth, 23% EBITDA growth, and expects free cash flow to turn positive in 2026, supporting a buy rating. Shareholder dilution risk remains due to acquisition funding, but future deals are likely to be debt-financed as leverage targets 3x-3.5x. My price target is $227.89, reflecting moderate risk, improved margins, and upside as the market prices VSEC on forward aerospace-focused earnings. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Jan 20
VSEC: Aero 3 Integration And Sector Tailwinds Will Support Future Margin Expansion
Our VSE analyst price target edges higher to about US$213 from US$208, with analysts pointing to updated expectations for slightly stronger revenue growth, improved profit margins, and a lower future P/E multiple, supported by recent price target increases from US$201 to US$222 and US$233 in Street research. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on VSE centers on higher price targets, updated sector views for aerospace and defense, and company specific expectations around margins, revenue, and the Aero 3 acquisition.Analysis Article • Jan 09
VSE Corporation's (NASDAQ:VSEC) Share Price Matching Investor Opinion
VSE Corporation's ( NASDAQ:VSEC ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 79.5x might make it look like a strong sell...Narrative Update • Jan 06
VSEC: Aero 3 Acquisition Will Support Margin Expansion And EPS Accretion
Analysts have nudged their price expectations for VSE higher, with the average target moving from about US$207.51 to roughly US$208.06. They cite recent target increases that reference stronger margin guidance, revenue outlook and expected earnings accretion from the Aero 3 acquisition.Narrative Update • Dec 15
VSEC: Aero 3 Acquisition Will Drive Margin Expansion And Earnings Upside
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for VSE slightly higher to approximately $207.51 from about $207.07, citing a higher Street price target following recent initiations and raises that highlight the accretive impact of the Aero 3 acquisition, continued above market growth, and expanding margins. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research remains overwhelmingly constructive on VSE, with multiple firms initiating or lifting targets in the wake of stronger than expected execution and an enhanced growth outlook.Narrative Update • Nov 29
VSEC: Recent Acquisitions Will Accelerate Margin Expansion Through 2026
Analysts have increased their price target on VSE Corp. by $24 to $201, citing strong quarterly results, raised forward guidance, and expectations for enhanced earnings and margin accretion from recent acquisitions.Narrative Update • Nov 15
VSEC: Double-Digit Organic EBITDA Expansion Will Drive Share Price Gains Ahead
The analyst price target for VSE has increased modestly, rising from $206.45 to $207.07. Analysts point to raised guidance, successful accretive acquisitions, and expectations of continued above-market revenue and margin growth as key drivers for the upward revision.Narrative Update • Nov 01
VSEC: Margin Expansion And Recent Acquisitions Will Drive Share Performance
VSE's analyst price target has increased by $19 to $206.45, as analysts highlight margin expansion, accretive acquisitions, and continued above-market growth, which support the upward revision. Analyst Commentary Recent street research on VSE highlights several core themes in analyst perspectives, particularly as the company executes on margin expansion, organic growth, and strategic acquisitions.Narrative Update • Oct 18
Aftermarket Aviation MRO Will Benefit From Next Generation Engine Platforms
Narrative Update on VSE Analyst Price Target Analysts have raised VSE's fair value estimate from $183.12 to $187.45. They cite the company’s completed aerospace transformation, recent accretive acquisitions, and promising outlook for sales and earnings growth as key factors underpinning this upward revision.Analysis Article • Sep 08
Calculating The Intrinsic Value Of VSE Corporation (NASDAQ:VSEC)
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, VSE fair value estimate is US$152 With US$166 share price, VSE...Narrative Update • Aug 27
Aftermarket Aviation MRO Will Benefit From Next Generation Engine Platforms
The consensus price target for VSE was revised upward as analysts now expect significantly stronger revenue growth, despite a notable decline in net profit margin, resulting in a new fair value estimate of $174.26. What's in the News VSE Corporation reaffirmed full year 2025 earnings guidance, projecting 35% to 40% revenue growth driven by organic performance and contributions from TCI and Kellstrom acquisitions.Analysis Article • Aug 19
VSE Corporation (NASDAQ:VSEC) Looks Just Right With A 25% Price Jump
NasdaqGS:VSEC 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore VSE's Fair Values from the Community and select yours The VSE...Analysis Article • Aug 08
There May Be Underlying Issues With The Quality Of VSE's (NASDAQ:VSEC) Earnings
VSE Corporation's ( NASDAQ:VSEC ) stock was strong after they recently reported robust earnings. However, our analysis...Analysis Article • Jul 24
VSE (NASDAQ:VSEC) Takes On Some Risk With Its Use Of Debt
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • Jun 24
What Does VSE Corporation's (NASDAQ:VSEC) Share Price Indicate?
VSE Corporation ( NASDAQ:VSEC ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention from a...Analysis Article • May 22
VSE Corporation (NASDAQ:VSEC) Stocks Shoot Up 25% But Its P/E Still Looks Reasonable
The VSE Corporation ( NASDAQ:VSEC ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent gain of...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$69m |
| Dec 31 2025 | US$9m | US$1m | US$53m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$42m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$47m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$28m |
| Dec 31 2024 | US$5m | US$900k | US$19m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$22m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$25m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$41m |
| Dec 31 2023 | US$5m | US$848k | US$15m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$38m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$34m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$28m |
| Dec 31 2022 | US$4m | US$800k | US$27m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$25m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$26m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$9m |
| Dec 31 2021 | US$2m | US$712k | -US$11m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$8m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$7m |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$3m |
| Dec 31 2020 | US$1m | US$685k | -US$5m |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | -US$1m |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$1m |
| Mar 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$34m |
| Dec 31 2019 | US$3m | US$485k | US$37m |
Compensation vs Market: John's total compensation ($USD8.97M) is about average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD8.40M).
Compensation vs Earnings: John's compensation has increased by more than 20% in the past year.
CEO
John Cuomo (51 yo)
7.1yrs
Tenure
US$8,965,642
Compensation
Mr. John A. Cuomo, J.D., serves as Chief Executive Officer of VSE Corporation at Kellstrom Aerospace, LLC since 2025 and served as its President of VSE Corporation since 2025 until 2026. He is a seasoned a...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO, President & Director | 7.1yrs | US$8.97m | 0.67% $ 36.1m | |
| Chief Financial Officer | 1.7yrs | US$2.19m | 0.042% $ 2.3m | |
| Chief Operating Officer | 1.3yrs | US$2.19m | 0.18% $ 9.5m | |
| Chief Human Resources & Administrative Officer | 6.3yrs | no data | no data | |
| Head of Investor Relations | no data | no data | no data | |
| Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary | 1.2yrs | no data | no data | |
| Vice President of Investor Relations & Communications | 3.2yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Growth Officer | 1.7yrs | no data | no data | |
| Director of Operations - VSE Aviation | no data | no data | no data | |
| VP & GM of Distribution - VSE Aviation | no data | no data | no data | |
| Vice President of MRO - VSE Aviation | no data | no data | no data | |
| Inside Sales Manager of VSE Aviation | no data | no data | no data |
1.7yrs
Average Tenure
42.5yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: VSEC's management team is not considered experienced ( 1.7 years average tenure), which suggests a new team.
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO, President & Director | 7.1yrs | US$8.97m | 0.67% $ 36.1m | |
| Independent Director | 35.3yrs | US$225.09k | 0.49% $ 26.7m | |
| Independent Director | 3.8yrs | US$245.09k | 0.016% $ 884.5k | |
| Independent Non-Executive Chairman | 18.8yrs | US$325.09k | 0.17% $ 9.1m | |
| Independent Director | 4.3yrs | US$225.09k | 0.032% $ 1.7m | |
| Independent Director | 12.3yrs | US$240.09k | 0.090% $ 4.9m | |
| Independent Director | 3.8yrs | US$225.09k | 0.027% $ 1.4m | |
| Independent Director | 8.4yrs | US$240.09k | 0.062% $ 3.4m |
7.8yrs
Average Tenure
68.5yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: VSEC's board of directors are considered experienced (7.8 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
|---|---|
| Company Analysis | 2026/05/11 18:15 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/08 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
VSE Corporation is covered by 13 analysts. 8 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
|---|---|
| Jeffrey Van Sinderen | B. Riley Securities, Inc. |
| Kenneth Herbert | Canaccord Genuity |
| John Godyn | Citigroup Inc |