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Aerospace & Aviation

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Strengthening The Eastern NC
Economy

Aerospace & Aviation

Aerospace and aviation is a rapidly growing industry, driven by advances in technology and increasing demand for air travel, defense capabilities, and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services.

This sector keeps Eastern North Carolina competitive on a global scale and plays a vital role in the regional economy, providing high-quality jobs and supporting businesses that require a skilled workforce. The region also offers benefits and advantages for aerospace companies, including robust workforce training programs and world-class aviation facilities.

NC East Alliance works to strengthen this industry by connecting employers with talent pipelines, supporting infrastructure improvements, and advocating for continued industry growth. For residents, this sector offers high-paying careers and long-term opportunities in a cutting-edge field.

Aerospace & aviation by the numbers

  • North Carolina’s aviation industry contributes $88 billion annually to the state’s economy
  • The industry supports over 427,000 jobs statewide
  • The global aerospace market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% from 2024 to 2033

Key Aerospace & Aviation employers

  • Fleet Readiness Center East
  • Spirit AeroSystems
  • TCOM
  • Aviation Logistics Center
  • Telephonics

Aerospace & Aviation job opportunities in Eastern NC

Job opportunities in our region include, but are not limited to:

  • Maintenance, repair, and overhaul(MRO)
  • Aerospace engineering
  • Avionics and systems testing
  • Manufacturing of aerospace components
  • Aircraft assembly

How we help

Eastern North Carolina is committed to advancing the Aerospace & Aviation sector through:

  • Establishing advanced technical training programs across our network of community colleges
  • Connecting students with hands-on industry internships
  • Facilitating regional job fairs that align with the needs of the Aerospace & Aviation industry
  • Developing K-14 STEM education pipelines to inspire future aviation leaders
  • Advocating for infrastructure improvements to support growth

Explore all our initiatives