Industry: Aerospace
Wisconsin is uniquely suited to help aerospace manufacturers advance the global industry by providing a talented workforce, along with the sophisticated infrastructure needed to succeed at the highest levels of production and operation. Already known as a manufacturing leader, the state is continuously getting attention from top industry executives, who are impressed by Wisconsin’s cutting-edge research and development in engineering, power and control systems, nanotechnology and composite materials.
Facts and Figures:
• Nearly 200 companies
• 14,000+ employees
• 17 engineering-related schools
Wisconsin is Falling Behind on Key Competitive Metrics
Kristen Nupson
February 24, 2026
By Kurt R. Bauer Wisconsinites are competitive. Whether it’s our sports teams or economic rankings, we don’t settle for mediocrity. We expect to be national
