Bio/Wiki
Full Name | Noshir Sheriarji Gowadia |
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Religion | Zoroastrianism |
Physical Stats & More
Eye Color | Black |
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Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
Degree | A degree in Engineering |
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Personal Life
Religion | Zoroastrianism (Parsi) |
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Marital Status | Married |
Relationships & More
Wife/Spouse | Cheryl Gowadia |
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Family
Spouse | Cheryl Gowadia |
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Children | Son - Ashton Gowadia |
Career
Overview | Noshir Gowadia had a profound impact in the field of engineering and espionage. He began his career at Northrop Grumman, significantly contributing to the development of the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber. Throughout his career, he took on classified governmental projects until 1997 when his access was revoked. His ventures extended internationally, as he allegedly provided sensitive information to enhance missile technology in China. |
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Legal Issues | In October 2005, a national security investigation targeted Gowadia due to suspicions of leaking classified information. Following a series of legal battles, he faced a grand jury indictment and a lengthy trial, resulting in a 32-year prison sentence handed down in January 2011. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
Noshir Gowadia was academically gifted, reportedly earning a PhD by the age of 15. | |
He moved to the United States in 1963 specifically to study aeronautical engineering. | |
He became a naturalized American citizen on 25 July 1969. | |
Gowadia shared critical stealth technology information, significantly impacting international military capabilities. | |
His trial revealed complex psychological evaluations regarding his fitness to stand trial. |