Jon Stephens

Jon Stephens is an experienced executive in fleet management, currently serving as Vice President of Fleet Management at Southwest Airlines since October 1999. In this role, Jon leads the aircraft and engine fleet strategy while executing all fleet-related transactions. Previous positions at Southwest Airlines include Managing Director of Fleet Management and Director of Fleet Transactions, where Jon directed fleet strategy and ensured alignment with corporate plans. Additionally, Jon held roles in financial planning and analysis, leading teams responsible for budgeting, forecasting, and strategic analysis. Before joining Southwest Airlines, Jon worked at Union Pacific Railroad as an Assistant Trainmaster/Conductor. Jon holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from The University of Texas at Austin.