The aerospace and defense industry continues to grow in 2026, creating demand for aircraft mechanics, avionics technicians, aerospace engineers, manufacturing professionals, inspectors, software engineers, and security-cleared talent across the United States.
While opportunities exist nationwide, several markets continue to stand out for their concentration of aerospace manufacturing, military aviation, engineering, and defense programs.
Wichita, KS: Aircraft Manufacturing & Production
Known as the “Air Capital of the World,” Wichita remains a leading aerospace manufacturing hub. Employers continue to seek structures mechanics, composite technicians, inspectors, manufacturing engineers, and aircraft assemblers to support both commercial and defense-related programs.
Savannah, GA: Business Aviation Careers
Savannah remains one of the nation’s most active business aviation markets. Strong demand continues for aircraft mechanics, avionics technicians, interior installers, cabinet makers, and quality inspectors supporting aircraft production and completions.
North Charleston, SC: Aerospace Manufacturing Growth
North Charleston continues to support large-scale aircraft production and advanced manufacturing initiatives. Structures mechanics, avionics technicians, electrical technicians, and systems mechanics remain in high demand throughout the region.
San Antonio, TX: Military Aviation & Defense Programs
San Antonio is a major center for aircraft maintenance, modernization, and defense-related work. Opportunities remain strong for aircraft mechanics, avionics technicians, structures mechanics, engineers, and security-cleared professionals supporting military and commercial aviation programs.
Irvine, CA: Unmanned Systems & Advanced Technology
As investment in unmanned systems and defense technology continues to grow, employers in Irvine are actively seeking aerospace engineers, embedded software engineers, systems integration specialists, avionics technicians, and manufacturing professionals.
Greenville, SC: Military Aircraft Sustainment
Greenville continues to support military aircraft production, modification, and sustainment programs. Demand remains strong for flightline mechanics, avionics technicians, structures mechanics, inspectors, and manufacturing professionals.
Everett, WA: Aerospace Engineering & Innovation
Everett remains a premier destination for aerospace engineering and advanced aircraft development. Employers continue to hire structural design engineers, stress engineers, systems engineers, manufacturing planners, NC programmers, and tooling engineers.
Looking Beyond These Markets
These locations represent some of the most active aerospace and defense hiring markets in 2026, but opportunities can be found nationwide. As aerospace manufacturers, defense contractors, and emerging technology companies continue to invest in new programs, demand for skilled talent remains strong across the industry.
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About The Structures Company
The Structures Company is a leading national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire placements. Our clients rely on us for comprehensive support across various domains, including engineering, IT, production, maintenance and repair, and support staff.
Our specialized recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths, making us a top provider of talented professionals to our clients. We help identify the opportunities that best fit candidates’ interests while providing industry-leading customer service. We support many aerospace OEMs and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/EOE).