Steven Schmidt
Vice President of Engineering and Technology, Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company
Elected to the Academy in 2026
Education
University of Connecticut, BS, Chemical & Materials Engineering; Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, MS, Mechanical Engineering
Professional Areas
Extensive academic background in chemical and material fields with two decades of proven leadership in engineering driving innovative solutions. Responsible for all Sikorsky’s Research & Development projects, future concepts and advanced programs. Leads 3,200+ global engineering professionals.
Citation
for pioneering novel technologies for the aerospace industry through the development of state-of-the-art helicopters, and for innovative business partnerships that make significant contributions to Connecticut’s economy through a pipeline of technical expertise.