Aerospace & Defense
AT THE FOREFRONT OF AEROSPACE AND DEFENSE
As the home to industry giants leading in aircraft testing and development, Arizona is at the forefront of the aerospace & defense industry. With more than 300 days of sunshine annually, a longstanding commitment to supporting the U.S. military and a business-friendly environment, top companies come to Arizona to advance innovative solutions.
Concentration for Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing
Largest Optics & Photonics Manufacturing Job Growth
Largest Largest Guided Missile & Space Vehicle Manufacturing Employment
Aerospace Manufacturing Attractiveness
Largest A&D Manufacturing Employment
Concentration for Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing
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EDUCATING
THE FUTURE
cutting-edge research and
world-class programs, developing
a highly skilled workforce.
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ARIZONA SUCCESS STORIES
Our mission is to create innovative solutions to make the world a safer place, and Arizona provides both the talent and the environment that enables us to continue to grow and achieve that mission.
Wes Kremer, Former President
Raytheon Missiles & Defense
Arizona is proud to provide a platform for pioneers like Raytheon Missiles & Defense to grow and thrive. With nearly 13,000 employees and a statewide network of more than 500 suppliers, the high-tech powerhouse contributes $2.6 billion annually to the state’s economy, an impact that has grown by more than $500 million in the last three years. Arizona’s top talent, commitment to keeping taxes low and regulation light, and strategic geographic location have earned the state a reputation as a leading hub for advanced manufacturing.
TEMPE, AZ (August 6, 2024) – Setna iO, a global aftermarket aircraft part supplier, and its sister company Setnix, a premier MRO repair station, today announced the expansion of its aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul operations with the acquisition of a new facility in Tempe, Arizona. The newly acquired facility in Tempe spans 112,000-square-feet – over three times the size of the previous 30,000-square-foot location. The new facility will enable Setna iO and Setnix to expand its operations and equipment from 44 served product lines to over 100 within a year, including main engine services. The expansion is set to create more than 130 new jobs and is expected to be fully operational in 2025.
MARANA, AZ (March 29, 2024) – Ascent Aviation Services, one of the largest independent aircraft aftermarket services providers in the world, broke ground today at Pinal Airpark in Marana, Arizona, on two new wide-body aircraft hangars to establish a North American conversion site to carry out passenger-to-freighter conversions and heavy maintenance. Representing a capital investment of $55 million, the site will support more than 300 new aviation jobs. Upon completion, the Marana operation will convert two lines of Boeing B777-300ER aircraft for Israel Aerospace Industries.