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SC Aerospace
We are a collaborative network of public, private, academic, and nonprofit sectors working together to CONNECT, SUPPORT, & GROW South Carolina’s aerospace assets and secure future competitiveness.
SC Aerospace
supports the entire aerospace industry in South Carolina. Companies & individuals have access to our open-source studies & research, webinars and conferences, and educational initiatives that are shaping our future workforce.
How We Advance SC Aerospace
$28.8 Billion
Total economic impact of aerospace in South Carolina, both direct & indirect, based on the 2020 Aerospace Economic Impact Study
400+
Aerospace companies including equipment manufacturers, suppliers, maintenance, manufacturing support, and aviation-based companies
$81,114
Average annual compensation for aerospace cluster, compared to the state average salary of $44,986
A Diverse Landscape
South Carolina is home to a diverse range of commercial aerospace and defense firms.
- Avionics
- Manufacturing
- MRO/FBO
- Materials
- Interiors
Our SC Aerospace Partners have access to closed-door conversations with industry leaders and researchers who are intricately involved in decision-making as well as educational leaders that are guiding the curriculums our future workforce will bring to our future industries. Additionally, they are invited to closed-door events & meetings that help guide the SC Aerospace cluster.
Click below to learn more about the SC Aerospace Partner Network, Advisory Board, and how your company can be involved.
SC Aerospace Partners
News & Research
Aerospace Research
We lead research studies that empower policymakers and industries with the information required to grow and sustain their competitiveness throughout the state and across the world. Our research allows for deeper insight into threats and opportunities of our industries.
Upcoming Events & Deadlines
November 30, 2023 — November 30, 2023
SBIR/STTR Webinar
April 2, 2024 — April 3, 2024
SC Competes Tech Talk ’24
