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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sherman Mullin, retired president of LMCO's Skunk Works and a valued member on our Board of Trustees
Sherman "Sherm" Mullin had an illustrious 56-year career in aerospace, most notably as president of Lockheed's famous Skunk Works division. In 1990, he was the acting Vice President of Lockheed Martin's Advanced Development Company and was chosen to replace retiring Ben Rich as President, a position he held until 1994.
Sherm's remarkable journey took him from a semester at Princeton University to becoming a guided missile electronics instructor in the U.S. Army, before joining Lockheed in 1959. There, he rose through the ranks based on his leadership abilities and technical accomplishments. Known as a brilliant engineer, he served as program manager for the pioneering F-117 stealth fighter in the 1980s, and later spearheaded Lockheed's winning proposal for the F-22 Advanced Tactical Fighter as head of the Lockheed-Boeing-General Dynamics team.
Known for his frank, no-nonsense approach, self-discipline, and strong communication skills, Sherm was a mentor to many and an integral part of Lockheed's success with landmark aviation programs. After his retirement in 1994, he remained active as an aerospace consultant and advisor to the U.S. Air Force Scientific Advisory Board as well as a valued member on our Board of Trustees.
The Flight Test Historical Foundation was privileged to have Sherm's wisdom and experience on our Board. His passing is a tremendous loss, and our deepest condolences go out to his family and loved ones. Sherm's legacy in aviation history is assured, and he will be greatly missed.
Flight Test Historical Foundation
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sherman Mullin, retired president of LMCO's Skunk Works and a valued member on our Board of Trustees
Sherman "Sherm" Mullin had an illustrious 56-year career in aerospace, most notably as president of Lockheed's famous Skunk Works division. In 1990, he was the acting Vice President of Lockheed Martin's Advanced Development Company and was chosen to replace retiring Ben Rich as President, a position he held until 1994.
Sherm's remarkable journey took him from a semester at Princeton University to becoming a guided missile electronics instructor in the U.S. Army, before joining Lockheed in 1959. There, he rose through the ranks based on his leadership abilities and technical accomplishments. Known as a brilliant engineer, he served as program manager for the pioneering F-117 stealth fighter in the 1980s, and later spearheaded Lockheed's winning proposal for the F-22 Advanced Tactical Fighter as head of the Lockheed-Boeing-General Dynamics team.
Known for his frank, no-nonsense approach, self-discipline, and strong communication skills, Sherm was a mentor to many and an integral part of Lockheed's success with landmark aviation programs. After his retirement in 1994, he remained active as an aerospace consultant and advisor to the U.S. Air Force Scientific Advisory Board as well as a valued member on our Board of Trustees.
The Flight Test Historical Foundation was privileged to have Sherm's wisdom and experience on our Board. His passing is a tremendous loss, and our deepest condolences go out to his family and loved ones. Sherm's legacy in aviation history is assured, and he will be greatly missed.
Flight Test Historical Foundation
