Aerospace and Defense
Business takes flight
 in Mississippi.
For over 60 years, Mississippi has been the forefront of America’s aerospace industry. From NASA’s Stennis Space Center on the Gulf Coast to the aerospace engineering hub in northern Mississippi, we offer the infrastructure, insight and talent to propel you to market at record-breaking speed.
Let's TalkGross Regional Product
Mississippi’s aerospace industry produced over $4.2 billion GRP in 2025. That velocity will push your business to market at record speed.
Aerospace Workforce
Mississippians have been working at the forefront of aerospace for over 60 years. Tap into this pipeline of talent, insight and experience.
Engine Manufacturing
We produce 3x the national average of rocket engines. When it comes to aerospace, Mississippi knows how to do it right – and rapidly.
Mississippi is your launchpad. With the experience of $1.2 billion in government contracts, we offer not only the specialized facilities and talent you need – but a network of likeminded leaders, innovators and partners to help streamline everything from site selection to prototyping.
125,000-Acre Rocket
Testing Buffer Zone
Proximity to Major
Military Installations
Research &
Development
Aerospace Initiative
Incentives ProgramÂ
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