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Lockheed Martin Names OJ Sanchez to Lead Aeronautics as Ulmer Retires

The internal promotion signals continuity across the $30 billion fighter and transport portfolio.

Pictured is a U.S. Air Force photo of the tail of the service's X-62 VISTA artificial intelligence and autonomy test aircraft.

Overview

  • Lockheed Martin said OJ Sanchez will take over as president of its Aeronautics unit on June 1 as Greg Ulmer retires after more than 30 years at the company.
  • Ulmer will remain as a strategic advisor to support a smooth transition, according to the company.
  • The Aeronautics business includes the F-35, F-22, F-16, and C-130 programs as well as the Skunk Works advanced design shop, and employs more than 35,000 people.
  • Sanchez joined Lockheed Martin in 2014 after serving as an Air Force F-22 combat pilot and most recently led Skunk Works, which he took over in 2025.
  • Lockheed CEO Jim Taiclet praised Ulmer’s service and said Sanchez has shown steady leadership, expressing confidence in his leadership of Aeronautics.