BY THE NUMBERS
3 RD Space and Defense Jobs Arizona ranks third in the nation for jobs supported by Aerospace & Defense, with more than 131,000+ jobs as of 2024.
WHAT’S SO GREAT ABOUT ARIZONA? WELL, LOTS. Arizona’s most famous natural landmark is the Grand Canyon. After all, it’s why we’re called the Grand Canyon State. Rich in history and natural beauty, the state is also known for so much more — from ancient settlements and Native American culture to larger-than-life explorers and breathtaking landscapes. Roughly 85% of Arizona is home to national parks and forests, recreation and wilderness areas, historic landmarks and many Indian reservations. Here, you can also find several of the world’s “sky islands” — tall mountains surrounded by low valleys with their own unique ecosystems. There’s no shortage of sunshine here — Arizona is a year-round destination renowned for its sunny skies (the sunniest in the nation!), low humidity and moderate temperatures.
Aerospace Industries Association
1 K + Aerospace & Defense Companies
More than 1,200 aerospace and defense companies call Arizona home, including major industry players such as The Boeing Company, Bombardier Aerospace, General Dynamics, Honeywell Aerospace, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Orbital Sciences and Raytheon Missile Systems. # 1
Space Vehicle Manufacturing
Arizona ranks No. 1 for space vehicle and guided missile manufacturing.
EMSI, 2020
TOP 5 Aerospace Manufacturing Arizona ranks No. 5 for aerospace & defense manufacturing employment.
Lightcast, 2024
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis
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