Walter P. Blount

Walter P. Blount was a pioneering African American engineer and executive known for breaking racial barriers in the aerospace industry. He became the first African American to hold a senior management position at Northrop Corporation, a major defense contractor. Blount’s career was marked by his technical expertise, leadership, and advocacy for diversity and inclusion in engineering fields. His achievements helped pave the way for greater opportunities for minorities in science and industry, making him a significant figure in both engineering and civil rights history.