A new study by the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) and PwC, released today, reveals how the aerospace and defense (A&D) industry’s workforce is evolving to meet the changing demands of the 21st century.
The study, based on insights from A&D business leaders and talent executives, as well as data from across the American workforce and PwC analysis, indicates that while the industry's values and mission are attractive to potential employees, there is a need for investment in innovative solutions. These include leadership development, skills growth, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to retain and empower talent.
“The workforce is the cornerstone of the aerospace and defense industry’s success, and we’re proud that our industry’s values and missions continue to be a draw for potential employees,” said AIA President and CEO Eric Fanning. “Amid strong demand across all sectors, A&D companies still face dynamic challenges related to workforce cost, capacity, capability, and compliance. The Aerospace Industries Association and PwC’s new study will be a valuable resource for the industry – benchmarking where we are today, identifying opportunities ahead, and offering new solutions to companies navigating this complex landscape.”
Key highlights from the report:
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As a leading voice advocating for the 21st-century workforce needs of the A&D industry, AIA regularly releases A&D industry workforce data. The results of their 2023 Aerospace & Defense Workforce Study can be found here.
