Tom Hammoor was appointed president and chief executive officer of Textron Systems in January 2023. Textron Systems’ businesses provide innovative solutions to the defense, aerospace and general aviation markets.

Previously he served as the president & CEO of Textron Aviation Defense LLC from 2016 to 2022. Prior to joining Textron Aviation Defense, Tom held notable quality, manufacturing and customer service leadership roles throughout the U.S. and Europe during his 30-year career with General Electric (GE).

He graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York with a bachelor of science in aerospace engineering. His military career culminated in the 101st Airborne Division in which he served as scout/attack helicopter platoon leader.