--- title: Aerospace, Defense & Space Site Selection | SLA description: Site selection for Aviation, MRO, satellite, launch, propulsion, defense, and parts manufacturers, plus space economy strategy for states and regions. image: https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/farnborough-og-share.jpg --- [![](https://strategiclocation.us/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/logo/SLA%20Globe-White%20copy.png?width=32&height=32&name=SLA%20Globe-White%20copy.png) STRATEGIC LOCATION ADVISORS](https://strategiclocation.us/?hsLang=en) [Site Selection](https://strategiclocation.us/site-selection?hsLang=en) [Strategic Services](https://strategiclocation.us/strategic-services?hsLang=en) [Aerospace & Defense](https://strategiclocation.us/aerospace-defense?hsLang=en) [EDC 360](https://strategiclocation.us/edc-360-community-assessment?hsLang=en) [About](https://strategiclocation.us/about-sla?hsLang=en) [Meet With Us](https://strategiclocation.us/contact-us?hsLang=en) [Site Selection](https://strategiclocation.us/site-selection?hsLang=en) [Strategic Services](https://strategiclocation.us/strategic-services?hsLang=en) [Aerospace & Defense](https://strategiclocation.us/aerospace-defense?hsLang=en) [EDC 360](https://strategiclocation.us/edc-360-community-assessment?hsLang=en) [About](https://strategiclocation.us/about-sla?hsLang=en) [Meet With Us](https://strategiclocation.us/contact-us?hsLang=en) Aerospace, Defense & Space Tech # Site selection and ecosystem strategy for *aerospace, defense & space tech.* From international primes and satellite manufacturers scaling into full production to the states and regions building the workforce, sites, and supply chains to win them — we're the team both sides call. Backed by a global network of aerospace and space technology clients, partners, and investors. [Schedule a Meeting](https://strategiclocation.us/contact-us?hsLang=en) One Practice, Two Audiences ## Built for the companies growing this sector — and the places that want to win them. 01 ### Companies Aerospace & Defense Primes, Satellite manufacturers, launch and propulsion suppliers, space-qualified electronics makers, and quantum secure communications developers moving from R&D into full production. We run the site search, labor modeling, and incentive negotiation — with the security and workforce requirements this sector demands built in from day one. Site Selection & Growth 02 ### Communities, Regions & States State Commerce Departments, Economic developers, and Regional leaders working to identify, analyze, and deploy their aerospace, defense, and space tech ecosystem — from a first industry cluster analysis to a full strategic plan and the site-readiness work that gets you on the front end of the game. Not just winning the second location years down the road, but scaling from start-up to start-of-production. Ecosystem Strategy What We Do ## The site selection partner aerospace, defense & space companies trust. Site decisions in this sector carry higher stakes than most — security clearances, specialized workforce, supply-chain proximity to primes, and timelines with zero room for error. We've guided manufacturers moving from R&D into full production, satellite and small-sat builders scaling their first factory, and the communities working to attract them. - Satellite & small-sat manufacturing - Quantum Secure Communications and Computing - Launch vehicle & propulsion systems - Space-qualified electronics & components - Dual-use & defense manufacturing - MRO & sustainment facilities - Cleared workforce & security-driven siting - Advanced materials & precision manufacturing Our VP of Site Selection at the Farnborough International Air Show moderating the Aerospace Defense Americas Panel with Alexander Holt. 150 Companies across our aerospace & space partner network, from first launch to IPO 33 Countries represented in that network $13.5B+ Capital raised by companies across the network 9 Unicorns born from companies in the network Reach and investment figures reflect SLA's aerospace and space technology partner network, including Seraphim Space. SLA A&D / Space Tech Related Clients & Partners ![Aerospace Defense Americas](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/aerospace-defense-americas.png) ![Commercial Space Federation](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/commercial-space-federation.png) ![Dajcor Aluminum](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/dajcor-aluminum.png) ![EnerSys](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/enersys.png) ![Haven](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/havenlock.png) ![LibLeo Global](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/libleo.png) ![Pan Galactic Corporation](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/pan-galactic.png) ![Phoenix Aviation](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/phoenix-aviation.png) ![Schaeffler](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/schaeffler.png) ![Seaman Corporation](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/seaman-corporation.png) ![Seraphim](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/seraphim.png) ![Space Network](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/space-network.png) ![Thoroughbred Aviation Maintenance](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/thoroughbred-aviation.png) ![](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/aerospace-defense-americas.png) ![](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/commercial-space-federation.png) ![](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/dajcor-aluminum.png) ![](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/enersys.png) ![](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/havenlock.png) ![](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/libleo.png) ![](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/pan-galactic.png) ![](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/phoenix-aviation.png) ![](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/schaeffler.png) ![](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/seaman-corporation.png) ![](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/seraphim.png) ![](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/space-network.png) ![](https://strategiclocation.us/hubfs/raw_assets/public/sla-theme/images/client-logos/thoroughbred-aviation.png) Where Do You Start? ## Five questions every State & community should be asking about the space economy. The aerospace, defense, and space sector is moving fast. These are the questions we help answer — and the SLA service built to answer each one. 01 ### Entry Point What's your realistic way into the aerospace and space economy — and what's the actual path to get there? This is where a Strategic Plan starts. Strategic Planning 02 ### Existing Strengths Which industries you already have are closer to this sector than you think? Ecosystem Cluster mapping and Space Adjacent Manufacturing Analysis show you where your existing base already overlaps with aerospace and space supply chains. Targeted Analysis 03 ### R&D to Commercialization What higher education institutions do you have with the ability to perform R&D, spur innovation, and commercialize startups into production? Our expertise and partnerships can bring you this at a global scale. SLA Ecosystem Partnership 04 ### Testbeds & Sites Where can your state or community offer real pilot projects, ranges, space ports, or shovel-ready sites this sector needs today? That's a combination of Site Selection and InvestSite Identification & Feasibility. Site Selection & InvestSite 05 ### Workforce Pipeline How ready is your workforce to grow into cleared, security-driven, and highly technical roles? We build that into every aerospace, defense, & space tech engagement with Strategic Services clients. Workforce & Training Analysis Ecosystem Cluster Mapping ## We map where your state or region already sits inside the aerospace and defense supply chain. Your space tech, aerospace, and defense strategy needs a blueprint for the ecosystem to support the jobs and investment coming. Most areas of the U.S. are unprepared with minimal understanding of space adjacent existing industry, university support, workforce training pipelines, supply chain, and federal legacy contracts. Our global team does this for you. ![Aerospace Assets Technical Grid Mapping-1](https://strategiclocation.us/hs-fs/hubfs/AI-Generated%20Media/Images/Aerospace%20Assets%20Technical%20Grid%20Mapping-1.png?width=1536&height=1024&name=Aerospace%20Assets%20Technical%20Grid%20Mapping-1.png) Let's Talk ## Need a new location — or ready to grow your Aerospace & Defense pipeline? 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