CDMA innovator Qualcomm has named former Sprint Nextel chief operating officer Len Lauer to the role of corporate executive vice president and as group president overseeing key divisions, according to a statement issued by Qualcomm.

Lauer will oversee Qualcomm’s Wireless Business Solutions, MEMS Technologies, Government Technologies and MediaFLO USA units, and will report to Qualcomm president Steven Altman.

"Len is a seasoned executive with a tremendous amount of leadership experience within the wireless industry," said Altman, in the statement. "His background and expertise provides Qualcomm with a valuable perspective on increasingly complex and competitive markets as he helps Qualcomm expand business opportunities and further strengthen its relationships with operators and content providers."