Thomas H. Jones is the Corporate Vice President and President of Aeronautics Systems at Northrop Grumman Corporation, a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. In his current role, Jones oversees the development, production, and support of Northrop Grumman's manned and unmanned aircraft systems, including the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber and the RQ-4 Global Hawk unmanned aerial vehicle. With a career spanning over three decades in the aerospace industry, Jones brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his leadership position. Prior to joining Northrop Grumman, Jones held various leadership positions at other major aerospace companies. He began his career as an engineer at Lockheed Martin, where he worked on the development of the F-22 Raptor fighter jet. Jones later moved to Boeing, where he served as the vice president of business development for the company's defense, space, and security division. During his tenure at Boeing, he played a key role in securing major contracts for the company, including the KC-46 Pegasus aerial refueling tanker program. Jones's extensive experience in engineering, program management, and business development has been instrumental in driving the success of Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems sector. Under Jones's leadership, Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems has continued to innovate and deliver cutting-edge solutions to meet the evolving needs of its customers. One of his notable achievements has been the successful development and delivery of the MQ-4C Triton unmanned aircraft system, which provides persistent maritime intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities to the U.S. Navy. Jones has also been a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion within the company, promoting initiatives to attract and retain top talent from diverse backgrounds. His strategic vision and commitment to excellence have solidified Northrop Grumman's position as a leader in the aerospace and defense industry.