Dr. Sugar served as Northrop Grumman’s CEO and Chairman from 2003 until he retired in 2010. He is a member of the National Academy of Engineering, and a fellow at the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics along with the Royal Aeronautical Society.
He also serves as a senior adviser to the Ares Management investment firm, and is a director for Amgen, Air Lease Corporation, and Chevron.
“I have always had enormous admiration for the people of Apple,” Dr. Sugar said. “It is a special privilege to serve on the board of such an amazing company.”