Kristian Jones

Kristian Jones is a highly experienced engineering professional specializing in systems verification and validation, thermal systems, and aerothermal analysis. Currently serving as a Principal Systems V&V Engineer at Northrop Grumman, Kristian has held significant roles in various companies, including Senior Thermal Systems Engineer at Ceres, where leadership was demonstrated in designing and testing solid oxide fuel cells. At Meggitt, Kristian founded and chaired the Heat Transfer Community of Practice, driving innovative thermal modeling approaches in aerospace applications. Previous experience includes developing predictive equipment health monitoring models at Rolls-Royce and conducting theoretical thermal modeling during an internship at Rolls-Royce Fuel Cell Systems. Kristian holds a degree from Loughborough University and possesses strong leadership and team management skills demonstrated through earlier roles, including as a Bar Supervisor at Loughborough Students' Union.