Aerospace & Defense
This segment manufactures commercial aircraft for global travel as well as the specialized weapon systems, vehicles, and electronics used for national defense
Why it exists
Aerospace & defense exists to design, manufacture, and maintain aircraft, spacecraft, and military systems that support national security and global mobility. The industry turns advanced engineering into strategic capability.
Why it’s necessary
Modern economies, global trade routes, and national defense strategies depend on safe air travel, satellite networks, surveillance systems, and military hardware that only a handful of firms can produce at scale with strict regulatory oversight.
Key components
Aircraft & spacecraft manufacturing
Defense weapons systems
Maintenance, repair & overhaul (MRO)
Cyber, space, and surveillance systems
How to evaluate businesses
Evaluation centers on long-term contract visibility, government budget exposure, technological advantage, regulatory compliance, and aftermarket service revenue. Margins often hinge on proprietary engineering, program longevity, and the ability to manage massive multi-year project risks.
How the industry could be improved
Faster procurement cycles, digital twin manufacturing, additive production, integrated autonomous systems, and streamlined collaboration between private industry and defense agencies could shorten program timelines and reduce cost overruns.