BREAK GROUND ON WHAT’S NEXT SHOVEL-READY LAND IN FLORIDA’S LEADING AEROSPACE AND INNOVATION HUB
DAYTONA BEACH
THE BOEING COMPANY
DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL
SPEEDWAY
INTERNATIONAL MOTOR SPORTS ASSOCIATION
NASCAR
FLORIDA’S SPACE TRIANGLE
CAPE CANAVERAL
ORLANDO
PATRICK SPACE FORCE BASE
COLLINS AEROSPACE
KENNEDY SPACE CENTER
LOCKHEED MARTIN
SPACEX
NORTHROP GRUMMAN
Positioned for Immediate Development This site serves as a gateway to meaningful partnerships and business success, connecting corporate leaders, academia, and emerging technologies. Embry-Riddle’s Research Park is more than a location — it’s a launchpad for companies seeking a strategic foothold in a high-growth ecosystem. Strategic Location: At the Heart of Aerospace and Motorsports Innovation The Daytona Beach campus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is positioned in Florida’s Space Triangle — just a short distance from Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and Patrick Space Force Base. This proximity enables enduring partnerships with aerospace leaders such as Boeing, Lockheed Martin and SpaceX and supports ongoing collaboration in research, talent development and innovation. But the innovation doesn’t stop at aerospace. Located just minutes from Daytona International Speedway — home to NASCAR and IMSA — the campus also fuels motorsports research and performance engineering. Whether it’s aircraft, spacecraft or race cars, Embry-Riddle’s ecosystem of innovation is accelerating what’s next.
FOR OPPORTUNITY POSITIONED
A PREMIER OPPORTUNITY IN FLORIDA’S INNOVATION CORRIDOR Embry-Riddle’s Research Park offers shovel-ready land, providing a turnkey solution for companies aiming to establish operations in one of Florida’s fastest-growing business and innovation hubs. With demand for build-ready sites at an all-time high, this opportunity allows businesses to accelerate their development timelines and capitalize on immediate growth potential. Key Advantages Shovel-Ready Land: Fully prepared for development with utilities in place and a paved access road. Strategic Location: Situated at 1103 S. Clyde Morris Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL, the park is adjacent to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and Daytona Beach International Airport. Infrastructure Ready: All necessary infrastructure, including water, electricity and fiber connectivity, is already established to support rapid development. Industry Integration: The Park serves as a touchpoint for leading aerospace, technology and research-driven industries, fostering collaboration and innovation. Skilled Workforce: Access to a robust entry- and mid-level talent pipeline, ensuring workforce availability for expanding companies. Favorable Business Climate: Florida consistently ranks among the best states for business, offering pro-business tax policies, competitive operating costs and a streamlined regulatory environment. The state provides a cost-effective alternative to high-tech markets, with affordable land, labor and capital. Florida’s zero percent personal income tax and strong infrastructure, including international airports, seaports and rail networks, create an optimal environment for business growth. selectflorida.org
Daytona Beach Campus Selection Criteria
Client Location Preferences
Located within Florida’s Space Triangle, close to NASA, major aerospace firms and Daytona International Speedway.
Customer & Supplier Access
Proximity to Kennedy Space Center, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, SpaceX, NASCAR and IMSA.
Operating Costs
Florida offers tax-friendly policies and an established aerospace and motorsports infrastructure.
Tax & Business Climate
Florida’s pro-business climate and robust R&D tax credits.
Real estate Availability
Established research park with high-tech infrastructure and leasing opportunities.
Regulatory Environment
Streamlined permitting process for aviation, space and motorsports industry projects.
Tax Credits & Incentives
Florida offers competitive R&D credits and aerospace industry-specific grants.
EMBRY-RIDDLE’S DAYTONA BEACH CAMPUS: A LAUNCHPAD FOR INNOVATION
Cici & Hyatt Brown Center for Aerospace Technology (CAT) An innovation hub housing Boeing’s engineering center for Defense, Space & Security, is projected to generate 400+
Embry-Riddle is a recognized global leader in aviation, aerospace and engineering. Its Daytona Beach campus supports real-world innovation through research, education and collaboration. Anchored in one of Florida’s most dynamic high-tech corridors, Embry-Riddle offers industry partners access to talent, labs and thought leadership. Research Assets That Power Progress Embry-Riddle’s campus features advanced labs and innovation centers that tackle real-world challenges in space exploration, flight systems, cybersecurity, sustainability and more.
high-tech jobs by 2026. The Hangar Building
The $5.5 million hangar in the Research Park , partially leased to Aura Aero, supports aerospace growth. The site also advances research on Aura Aero’s INTEGRAL E electric aircraft with Embry-Riddle. With plans for 1,000 jobs, Aura Aero taps into Embry-Riddle’s talent to drive innovation in the state’s aeronautical cluster.
This is a flexible, customizable facility designed for aerospace companies to co-locate, collaborate and grow alongside university researchers and students. Leading Research Centers and Labs Embry-Riddle’s premier research facilities address critical challenges across aviation,
space, defense and motorsports — advancing real-world solutions and shaping the future of aerospace.
FACULTY & FORUMS FUELING THE FUTURE OF AEROSPACE
Aura Aero Inegral E
Signature Symposiums Embry-Riddle hosts several national
Behind every lab and facility are the faculty, students and partners driving discovery. Embry-Riddle’s researchers lead advancements in fields ranging from hypersonic propulsion to space weather forecasting — and their work is amplified through national symposiums that convene top experts across academia, government and industry.
symposiums that expand the reach and impact of faculty and student research, encouraging cross-sector collaboration: Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) Safety Symposium: Focuses on aviation safety and safety management systems. Annual Safety Research Symposium: Highlights student- and faculty-led research in aviation safety and human factors. National Training Aircraft Symposium (NTAS): Addresses challenges in flight training, safety and aviation maintenance. President’s Symposium on Aviation Cybersecurity: Explores evolving threats and risk mitigation in aviation cyber defense. These events elevate Embry-Riddle’s role as a thought leader and create critical intersections for networking, policy development and collaborative research.
Featured Researchers Dr. Aroh Barjatya leads NASA-funded missions focused on Earth’s ionosphere and space weather, improving satellite communication and navigation systems. Dr. Riccardo Bevilacqua advances spacecraft navigation, space debris mitigation and autonomous systems — supporting sustainable space operations. Dr. Barbara Holder collaborates with NASA and the FAA to reduce human error by improving cockpit interfaces and air traffic control systems.
Dr. Luke Hill develops technologies in supersonic/hypersonic flight, turbulence modeling and sustainable propulsion systems. Dr. Foram Madiyar designs advanced composite materials and nanotechnology to enhance aircraft durability and performance. Dr. Hever Moncayo improves thermal management systems for aircraft and spacecraft through research in aerothermal and heat transfer applications. Dr. Eduardo Rojas leads innovations in high-efficiency power converters and wireless energy systems, supported by NSF and industry partners.
RESEARCH PARK — WEST
RESEARCH PARK — EAST
SHAPING THE FUTURE — TOGETHER
At the heart of this ecosystem is Embry-Riddle’s dynamic entrepreneurial environment, centered around the MicaPlex Research Park. Here, ideas become ventures. With access to incubation resources, funding and mentorship, startups are advancing drone technologies, propulsion systems and aerospace AI — often with support from NASA, the Department of Defense, and private investors. Backed by patented technologies, global research influence, and an unwavering commitment to sustainability, Embry-Riddle is helping define the next frontier in flight. Your Opportunity Starts Here With shovel-ready land, built-in talent pipelines, and direct access to a world-class research and innovation ecosystem, Embry-Riddle’s Research Park is the ideal launch site for your next phase of growth.
Embry-Riddle is more than a university — it’s a launchpad for innovation, talent development, and economic growth. Through partnerships with global leaders like Boeing, Lockheed Martin, SpaceX, NASCAR and IMSA, Embry-Riddle transforms education into opportunity. With a high career placement rate, its graduates are shaping the future of aerospace, aviation and technology. As a hub for STEM workforce development, the university collaborates with industry and government to align curriculum with market needs — preparing engineers, pilots, scientists and entrepreneurs for immediate impact.
The Cici & Hyatt Brown Center for Aerospace Technology at Embry-Riddle is a 105,000-square- foot facility designed to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and high-paying aerospace jobs. Funded by a $25 million gift from the Browns, matched by the State of Florida, the center includes makerspace and research-quality hangar space.
Partner with Embry-Riddle and build what’s next—today.
Contact Us
Office of Corporate Engagement Rodney Cruise, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer 386.226.7303 | corporate.engagement@erau.edu
embryriddle.edu
05.28.25
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