XTI Aerospace Announces New Leadership to Drive Future Growth in Drone Markets

Leadership Transition at XTI Aerospace

XTI Aerospace, Inc. is making significant changes in its executive leadership geared towards capturing growth opportunities in the rapidly evolving drone market. As of August 18, 2026, Scott Pomeroy has stepped down from his role as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. This change comes as part of a strategy to streamline management and enhance operational efficiency.

The company’s Board of Directors has appointed Jeremy Schneiderman as the Interim CEO. Schneiderman has vast experience in the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) sector, where he has served as the CEO of Drone Nerds, a key division of XTI, since 2014. Under his stewardship, Drone Nerds grew to become a leading supplier of enterprise drone solutions, catering to both commercial and government customers. His track record of success in the drone industry positions him well to lead XTI at this pivotal juncture.

Jonathan Ornstein has been selected as the Interim Chairman of the Board. Ornstein brings extensive aviation experience, having previously served as CEO of Mesa Air Group, where he was instrumental in corporate strategy and operations until late 2025. His leadership skills and background in the aviation sector are expected to guide XTI Aerospace through this transitional period effectively.

The new management trio is eager to position XTI Aerospace to capitalize on its existing strengths while exploring new opportunities in commercial, industrial, and defense drone markets. As Schneiderman noted, the current landscape of U.S. sourcing has become a crucial differentiator in commercial drones. “There’s meaningful work ahead, and I’m committed to driving disciplined execution while fostering sustainability,” he stated, reflecting on his vision for the company.

In light of this transition, XTI Aerospace will also be filing a Form 12b-25 Notification of Late Filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) concerning its quarterly financial reporting. The delayed filing is attributed to a thorough internal review concerning the former CEO, which aims to ensure robust corporate governance moving forward.

Though management will miss the upcoming Needham’s Annual Virtual Industrial Tech, Robotics, and Power Conference, the board expresses confidence in their ability to maintain operational stability during these changes.

XTI Aerospace, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, provides cutting-edge unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) solutions through its commercial drone solutions division while also focusing on R&D in autonomous defense systems and domestic manufacturing. Their primary mission involves delivering innovative solutions to support federal procurement needs.

The leadership transition is poised to strengthen XTI Aerospace's market position while enhancing its strategic endeavors. With a renewed focus on leadership and innovation, XTI Aerospace aims to continue building upon its achievements in the competitive drone landscape.