San Antonio’s Aerospace & Defense industry expertly combines private-sector innovation and Military process perfection. With over 46,000 professionals working in Aerospace & Defense for marquee employers like Boeing and Standard Aero, San Antonio is among the top 3 largest Texas Aerospace talent hubs. San Antonio’s deep talent pool of engineers, aviation professionals, and consultants drive innovations that fuel military and civilian Aerospace operations.
46.5K
7%
Projected Employment Growth
$8.6 Billion
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Explore the San Antonio region's Aerospace & Defense* industry.
*Dashboard data reflects employment in the private sector Aerospace & Defense industry. When public sector Aerospace & Defense sector employment is included, the total target sector employment exceeds 46,000 in the San Antonio region.
Workforce Opportunities
$77K
Entry-Level Salary
$106K
Average Salary
Top Posting Employers
Top Posted Occupations
Source: Lightcast Industry Snapshot Report – Target Sector Industry Group
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Texas' Aerospace & Defense Hub
San Antonio’s strong military presence, workforce investments, and partnerships have laid a strong foundation for the Aerospace & Defense sector. Here are a few examples of the San Antonio region's strong Aerospace & Defense assets.
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