Tom Andersen is Senior Vice President of Washington Operations for SNC, where he oversees the company’s legislative affairs, government relations and strategic communications across the National Capital Region. In this capacity, he partners closely with SNC’s Board of Advisors and contributes broadly to the corporate strategy, planning and enterprise-wide initiatives that support SNC’s long-term growth and mission alignment. 

Tom leads multidisciplinary teams focused on advancing SNC’s engagement with government partners and shaping legislative priorities to strengthen national security outcomes. His leadership drives transformation and alignment across the organization, ensuring SNC’s strategies are responsive to evolving defense and policy environments.

Prior to this role, Tom served as Senior Advisor to SNC’s executive team, providing strategic counsel on government affairs and enterprise initiatives. In this capacity, he played a pivotal role in expanding SNC’s reach in the National Capital Region and deepening relationships with key stakeholders.

Before joining SNC, Tom enjoyed a distinguished 32-year career in the U.S. Air Force, retiring as Major General. His military service included command at virtually every level, with high-impact assignments such as Chief of Staff and Director of Intelligence for U.S. Strategic Command; Director of Plans and Programs and Director of Requirements at Headquarters Air Combat Command; Vice Commander of the 12th Air Force (Air Forces Southern); and Commander of the Curtis E. LeMay Center for Doctrine Development and Education, where he also served as Vice Commander of Air University.

Tom holds a bachelor’s degree from the U.S. Air Force Academy and master’s degree in public administration from Northern Michigan University. He is a graduate of Air Command and Staff College, Air War College and has completed numerous advanced joint, leadership and warfighting programs.