Aerospace
Project Announcements
Lockheed Martin Expands Camden, Arkansas, Production Operations
Defense and aerospace manufacturer Lockheed Martin plans to expand its operations in Camden, Arkansas. The $420 million project is expected to create 650 jobs over five years.
11/03/2026
Boom Supersonic Expands Centennial, Colorado, Manufacturing Operations
Aerospace and energy technology company Boom Supersonic is expanding its operations in Centennial, Colorado. The $150 million project is expected to create up to 500 jobs.
10/27/2026
Shield AI Plans Des Moines, Washington, AI-Piloted Aircraft Manufacturing Operations
Defense technology company Shield AI plans to establish operations in Des Moines, Washington. The more than $300 million project is expected to create approximately 4,000 jobs by the early 2030s.
10/19/2026
Blue Origin Plans Hutto, Texas, Manufacturing Operations
Aerospace and space technology company Blue Origin plans to establish operations in Hutto, Texas. The approximately $555 million project is expected to create more than 2,000 jobs in Williamson County.
10/19/2026
Lockheed Martin Expands Douglas County-Jefferson County, Colorado, Operations
Aerospace and defense contractor Lockheed Martin plans to expand its operations in Douglas County and Jefferson County, Colorado. The project is expected to create 1,250 jobs.
10/17/2026
Corvid Technologies Expands Mooresville, North Carolina, Manufacturing Operations
Defense contractor Corvid Technologies plans to expand its operations in Mooresville, North Carolina. The $95 million project is expected to create 423 jobs in Iredell County.
10/17/2026
Mercury Systems Expands Phoenix, Arizona, Manufacturing Operations
Aerospace and defense electronics manufacturer Mercury Systems, Inc. has expanded its operations in Phoenix, Arizona. The project is expected to create more than 50 jobs.
10/13/2026
Walashek Industrial & Marine Expands Norfolk, Virginia, Operations
Maritime industrial services company Walashek Industrial & Marine, Inc. plans to expand its operations in Norfolk, Virginia. The approximately $5 million project is expected to create 40 jobs.
10/12/2026
Anduril Industries Plans Baltimore County Maryland, Shipbuilding Operations
Defense technology company Anduril Industries plans to establish operations in Baltimore County, Maryland. The $3.7 billion project is expected to create more than 3,100 jobs.
10/07/2026
Howmet Aerospace Expands Wichita Falls, Texas, Manufacturing Operations
Aerospace and transportation engineering solutions provider Howmet Aerospace plans to expand its operations in Wichita Falls, Texas. The approximately $70 million project is expected to create 230 jobs.
09/29/2026
S23 Holdings Expands Newport News, Virginia, Repair-Manufacturing Operations
Maritime industrial services company S23 Holdings plans to expand its operations in Newport News, Virginia. The $180 million project is expected to create 414 jobs.
09/25/2026
Hanwha Defense USA Plans Pine Bluff, Arkansas, Manufacturing Operations
Defense manufacturer Hanwha Defense USA plans to establish operations in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. The $2.2 billion project is expected to create nearly 400 jobs over seven years.
09/25/2026
TurbineOne Establishes Old Town, Maine, Innovation Operations
Defense technology and artificial intelligence company TurbineOne has established operations in Old Town, Maine. The $275,000 project is expected to create more than 20 jobs over the next five years.
09/18/2026
Tampa Brass & Aluminum Expands Tampa, Florida, Headquarters Operations
Advanced defense manufacturer Tampa Brass & Aluminum plans to expand its operations in Tampa, Florida. The $58 million project is expected to create 50 jobs in Hillsborough County.
09/18/2026
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Building a World-Class Defense Workforce in Virginia
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Ohio’s 15-Year Bet on Speed and Infrastructure
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In Focus: Ohio Builds for Aerospace Scale
A concentration of federal assets, manufacturing capacity and workforce investment is changing the calculus for aerospace site selection.
In Focus: The Cleared Personnel Challenge
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Space and Defense Are Becoming One Industrial Ecosystem
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Kansas: A Faster Path from Aerospace Concept to Commercialization
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Speed to Site: How Ohio Is Removing Barriers to Major Investments
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Tennessee’s Aerospace & Defense Sector Is Scaling with Precision
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Strategic Industries at the Crossroads: Defense, Aerospace, and Maritime Enter 2026
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As global supply chains grow more complex, Orlando International Airport demonstrates how proactive governance and land availability can enable agile, scalable business expansion.
America’s Aerospace Reboot
Once dominated by legacy clusters, aerospace site selection is evolving rapidly as companies prioritize speed, workforce specialization, and strategic proximity.
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The Second Space Race
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Ohio’s big cities and small towns thrive with a mix of economic development initiatives that drive momentum.
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Dayton, Ohio Poised to Build “Doomsday” Planes
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St. Louis Aerospace Sector Takes Flight with $5 Billion in Investments and New Task Force
Mound City emerges as a hub for aerospace investments and jobs.
Reaching for the Stars: Space Industry Creating Opportunities Across the Country
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Emerging Markets in Aerospace: Navigating Federal Funding and Strategic Expansion
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Burns & McDonnell’s Role in Intuitive Machines' Lunar Production and Operations Center
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The War on Talent in Aerospace: Strategies for Attracting and Retaining a Skilled Workforce
Effective talent management is essential in today's aerospace and defense industry. By focusing on competitive compensation, modern facilities, and professional development, companies can secure the skilled workforce needed to thrive.
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Home Sweet Home: Mississippi’s Business Climate Makes It Hard to Leave
Its network of transportation options, low tax rates, workforce pipeline, and government support are among the reasons companies in the aerospace, auto, and other sectors choose to expand in Mississippi.
Reviewing the Turbulent Ride, as Aerospace Looks Optimistically Ahead
As aerospace companies continue to rebound and evolve, they need to establish their unique goals in order to make an informed and data-driven location decision.
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Aerospace / Defense Is Flying High in Michigan
Collaboration between businesses, state government, DOD leaders, and others is continuing to advance the A&D sector in Michigan.
