New aerospace investment fuels job growth across Alabama
Alabama’s aerospace industry is attracting new investment and expanding capabilities as companies add hundreds of jobs to produce innovative high-tech products in communities across the state. “Because of Alabama’s long history in aerospace, we readily have the expertise, the talent and the infrastructure companies need to grow,” said Angela Till, Deputy Secretary of the Alabama…
Alabama’s aerospace industry thriving as new growth projects take off
Alabama’s robust aerospace industry is soaring to new heights, propelled by groundbreaking projects and innovative investments that continue to add new dimensions to the sector across the state. From the production of next-generation rockets and missiles to the exploration of hypersonic technologies, there’s a lot of head-turning developments going on in the state’s aerospace sector.…
Alabama team targets aerospace growth opportunities at Farnborough Airshow
An Alabama delegation that includes high-ranking state leaders, economic development specialists and community representatives is traveling to London to attend next week’s 2024 Farnborough International Airshow, the aerospace industry’s largest trade event of the year. Deputy Commerce Secretary Angela Till is heading a small working team from the Alabama Department of Commerce that will engage…
Auburn University soars as launchpad for aerospace, aviation careers
With highly skilled alumni and innovative research efforts, Auburn University is a key contributor to Alabama’s aerospace and aviation industries. Enrollment has risen significantly in recent years in degree programs related to the sector, including aerospace engineering, aviation management and professional flight. Auburn also has forged multiple partnerships with NASA and the Department of Defense,…
Alabama team uncovers 6 potential projects, new insights at Farnborough
LONDON — Alabama’s business recruitment team wrapped up its mission at the 2022 Farnborough International Airshow today with its sights on at least six growth project opportunities and fresh insights into the trends shaping the future of aerospace, aviation and defense. While in London and at Farnborough, the Alabama working team engaged in well over…
Boeing’s Alabama operations on growth trajectory with $1B missile seeker contract
A longtime linchpin of Alabama’s aerospace industry continues to expand in the state, focused on next-generation technology that is charting the future of national defense and space exploration. Boeing employs more than 3,000 people across a diverse lineup of operations based in Huntsville, where its legacy started 60 years ago with the development of the…
Work in rural Alabama spearheads advances for aerospace industry
Rural Alabama is setting the stage for some of the most pivotal advancements in the state’s aerospace and aviation industries. From Lockheed Martin’s plan to boost production of its in-demand Javelin missile in Troy to a pioneering project involving remote air traffic control in Selma, the work happening in Alabama’s rural counties is being felt…
Aerospace research in Alabama powers new industry discoveries
Researchers in Alabama are leading efforts to expand and sharpen the capabilities of the global aerospace and aviation industries. Their focus varies widely, from deep space exploration to military helicopter operations, with the projects happening in laboratories across the state. “Some of the most innovative research to navigate new frontiers in space and defense is…
Defense contractor Kratos plans to add 76 jobs at Birmingham facility
FARNBOROUGH, England — San Diego-based Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc. announced plans today to expand its newly established business unit in Birmingham. With the support of critical enhancement programs provided by the State of Alabama, Jefferson County and the City of Birmingham, Kratos expects to add 76 jobs and make approximately $8.6 million in…
Alabama team plans productive Day 2 at Farnborough Airshow
FARNBOROUGH, England — Commerce Secretary Greg Canfield and the Alabama economic development team begin a second day of appointments at the 2022 Farnborough International Airshow amid plenty of competition for new aerospace industry investment and jobs. Secretary Canfield and Bob Smith, the Alabama Department of Commerce’s point man on aerospace, engaged in a full day…
