Aerospace

With a strong and growing aerospace cluster, Cleveland Plus is the ideal place to launch your bright future. From research and development to manufacturing, the technological, engineering, materials and advanced manufacturing capabilities necessary to the industry can all be found here in Northeast Ohio. We’ve got everything you need to succeed!

The aerospace and defense industries combined employ more than 66,000 people across the state of Ohio at over 600 private companies. These include many businesses in Cleveland Plus such as Goodrich Corporation, Parker Hannifin, Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems, GrafTech International Ltd., Orbital Research, Inc. and The Timken Company. That’s why it’s no surprise that Ohio ranks number one among 12 comparable states in private sector aerospace and defense manufacturing jobs – nearly double the national average.

And that’s not all. There are plenty of amazing innovations happening right here in Cleveland Plus. Come see for yourself.

The NASA Glenn Research Center
It’s the only NASA center located in the northern United States and one of the few centers directly involved in the nation’s space exploration. In fact, NASA Glenn will play a critical role in testing the new Orion spacecraft that will be used in future missions to the Moon and Mars. NASA Glenn was also chosen to design the service module component of the crew exploration vehicle (CEV) in 2006.

The excitement continues at the NASA Glenn Space Power Facility in Sandusky. Home to the world’s largest space simulation chamber, measuring 100 feet in diameter and reaching 122 feet in height, this facility was ideal for testing the Mars lander systems and International Space Station hardware. It will also participate in the testing of the Orion spacecraft.

Lockheed Martin
The Lockheed Martin Airdock located in Akron is currently developing a new High Altitude Airship (HAA). Capable of providing sustained operations for one month at 65,000 feet, the HAA will supply 10 kilowatts of power to a 4,000- pound payload. This prototype will also demonstrate station-keeping and autonomous flight control capabilities.

As you can see, the aerospace industry is thriving throughout Cleveland Plus and the entire state of Ohio. Now it’s time for you make your move and prepare your future for liftoff. We invite you to visit www.ohiomeansbusiness.com/key/aerospace.php to find out more about Ohio’s aerospace careers.

Or you can learn all about the exciting array of projects and opportunities available in Cleveland Plus and the state by checking out the links below:

• NASA Glenn Research Center
• Ohio Aerospace Institute
• Lockheed Martin
• Goodrich Corporation
• Parker Hannifin
• Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems
• GrafTech International, Ltd.
• Orbital Research, Inc.
• The Timken Company

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