Charleston | South Carolina | USA

AEROSPACE

Charleston is one of the fastest-growing U.S. mid-size metros for aircraft manufacturing, and one of the nation’s Top 10 mid-size metros for workforce growth in aircraft mechanics, computer hardware and electrical engineers. This innovative community offers the energy and excitement of a region on the rise.

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As an emerging international hub for aerospace and aviation, Charleston is one of three places in the world assembling and delivering wide body jets, is home to Boeing Centers of Excellence for IT, Research & Technology, and Engineering Design, and will be the exclusive manufacturer of Boeing’s 787-10 starting in 2017. This region offers the R&D, subassembly manufacturing, suppliers, advanced materials manufacturing, and non-destructive mechanical testing expertise necessary for your operation to be successful here.

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#1: In U.S. for growth in manufacturing jobs

TOP 20: U.S. metro for workforce ages 25-34

#2: Large size U.S. metro for prime workforce

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Aerospace Companies

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Company	Web Address	Product/Service
PRIMARY
The Boeing Company	http://www.boeing.com	Fabricate and assemble major 787 aircraft components; engineering, design & production support; final assembly and delivery of 787 commercial airplanes
AHG Fasteners-USA, Inc.	https://www.ahg.fr/SITE_AHG_WEB/UK/index.awp	U.S. business office for an international designer, manufacturer, and supplier of aerospace fastening systems
Barzan Aeronautical LLC	http://barzanaero.com/	Aeronautical-related technologies development and production
Diehl Aerospace / Diehl Aviation	https://www.diehl.com/group/en/	On-site Support Service (OSS) to Boeing; warehousing & kitting for Interiors Responsibility Center (IRC)
Eaton, Aerospace Group, Fuel & Motion Control Sys Div	http://www.eaton.com	Machined components
Parker Hannifin Corporation	http://www.parker.com	Fluid pumps for gas turbine fuel systems
Safran Electrical & Power	http://www.safran-electrical-power.com/	Design, manufacture & install electrical interconnect & power systems in aviation/aerospace industry
TIGHITCO	http://www.tighitco.com	Design and fabrication of engineered components for aerospace and industrial applications
TRU Simulation + Training Inc., a Textron Inc. Co.	https://www.textron.com/location/textron-locations	Software/hardware design and production, flight simulators
Vartan Aviation Support LLC	https://vartan.aero/contact/	Aviation cabin interior production, support services, maintenance/overhaul
Venture Aerobearings, LLC	http://www.ventureaerobearings.com	Jet engine bearings (joint venture SKF & GE Aviation)
SUPPLIERS
Acutec Precision Machining Inc.	http://www.acutecprecision.com	Precision machining, precision welding, nondestructive testing and inspection, and related services for aerospace, power generation, and other industrial sectors
Advanced Technology International (ATI)	http://www.ati.org	Non-profit facilitator of applied research & technology commercialization: biotech, metals, composites, robotics, maritime, energy, space-related tech
AEROTUF	https://www.aerotuf.com/	Manufactures airplane cargo containers made from thermoplastic composites; division's global headquarters
App Met Inc.	http://www.appmet.com	Dimensional, physical and electrical calibration services in our climate-controlled laboratories or onsite at client firms
BAE Systems	https://www.baesystems.com/en-us/article/bae-systems-joins-boeing-s-mq-25-industry-team	Electronic security and communications systems design, manufacturing and integration
Belcan	http://www.belcan.com	Engineering services with aerospace specialty
Boxell Aerospace	http://www.boxell.com	Aircraft repair, maintenance and modifications
CHS Flight School	https://chsflightschool.com/	Flight training and simulation
CRAFT Flight Training	https://flycraftchs.com/	Flight training and simulation
DC Machine LLC	http://www.dcmachine.net/	Industrial machine shop with design/engineering, manufacturing/assembly and welding services to aerospace, medical, automotive and military markets
Gedore Tools Inc.	https://us.gedore.com/en/	Distribution of hand tools targeting aviation, automotive, industrial and renewable energy sectors
GEL Engineering	http://www.gel.com	Geo/civil engineering; Full-service analytical lab supporting organic, inorganic, radiochemistry, radiobioassay and special analyses; corporate HQ
Geocent	http://www.geocent.com	Software engineering, data center services, technology consulting to aerospace, defense, government and commercial clients
Hawthorne Global Aviation Services	http://www.hawthorne.aero	Corporate headquarters; MRO, general aviation services, & airport/FBO management
JW Aluminum	http://www.jwaluminum.com	Flat-rolled aluminum products for the packaging, transportation machinery & equip, construction and consumer durables industries
Key Logistics Solutions LLC	http://www.keylogistics.com	Supply chain services including warehousing, inventory management, transportation, delivery, sequencing, and light assembly
Leatherwood Electronics & Manufacturing	http://www.leatherwoodmfg.com/index.html	Electronics, precision fabrication; CNC machining and electro-mechanical assembly
Mankiewicz Coatings LLC	http://www.mankiewicz.com	Coatings manufacturing and distribution, serving the medical, automotive, aviation, rail and yachting sectors
Metalworx	http://www.metalworxinc.com/	Full svc contract manufacturer of OEM components incl. machining, sheet metal fab., certified welding, assembly, powder coating, liquid coating, etc
Mi-Tech, Inc.	http://www.mi-tech.net	Machine shop and technical consulting services; specialty in repair and remanufacture of components for rotating and reciprocating equipment
Pacific Rim Aerospace (PacRim)	http://pacrimaero.com/	Engineering services and solutions for the aerospace industry, including technical services such as tolerance and element testing
SQ (Sustained Quality) Group	http://www.sustained-quality.com/services/oem-services/	Engineering, process implementation, technical logistics management for aerospace, automotive & marine OEMs
Sullivan & Associates Inc	sa-ndt.com	Nondestructive testing & evaluations, mechanical engineering & testing
The Lighthouse for the Blind	https://lhblind.org/contact-us/locations/	Product assembly and light machining for the aerospace sector
ThyssenKrupp Material Services	https://www.thyssenkrupp-supply-chain.com/	Warehousing, FTZ, export packing, supply chain services
TKC-Aerospace	http://www.tkca.com/about	Aircraft acquisition, sustainment, contractor logistics support, supply chain management, procurement and maintenance management in support of government and commercial clients
TriMech	http://trimech.com/	Three-dimensional (3D) technology products and services in support of manufacturing, mechanical design & engineering; rapid prototyping services available
UEC Electronics	http://www.uec-electronics.com	Electronics engineering, design and assembly; automation, nondestructive testing and other engineering and manufacturing related services
W International	https://www.winternational.net/	Full-service manufacturer of large, complex welded metal fabrications serving clients in the aerospace, defense, automotive, energy and other commercial industries
XPO Logistics	https://www.xpo.com/	Third party logistics services and supply chain management
Source: Charleston Regional Development Alliance, 2021

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Big Opportunities

“When you look at the aerospace footprint, with Joint Base Charleston, the growing airport, a supplier base that continues to expand, and our own long-term growth strategy, we're going to have a great future together.”

Joan Robinson-Berry
Vice President & General Manager
Boeing, South Carolina

Skilled Talent

The Charleston region offers deep expertise in manufacturing, R&D, IT, and is home to a high concentration of engineering and software talent, as well as a growing pool of skilled technicians

Workforce Training

Charleston is building a sustainable workforce pipeline by strategically aligning its education and training infrastructure with its high impact clusters. In fiscal year 2019, ReadySC, a free, customized workforce training program for companies creating new, high wage jobs in the Charleston region, trained more than 2,000 skilled workers for 88 local manufacturers and suppliers.