Workforce Needs
Why Defense
Manufacturing Matters
The defense manufacturing sector accounts for a significant portion of the national GDP and an important element of the GDP of most states. For national security and economic strength, a strong defense manufacturing sector is critical, and this means a workforce that is skilled, adaptable and ready to make a difference.
What to Know
National Priorities
Understanding the priorities of the federal government and specifically the Department of Defense as it relates to manufacturing and workforce development is an important first step in contributing to the national defense and creating opportunities in your region.
Defense Manufacturing Assets
The Department of Defense maintains an ecosystem of internal and external programs, offices, and partnerships that strengthens defense manufacturing and builds the necessary workforce.
Local Relevance
Why Defense Manufacturing Matters Locally
Defense manufacturing creates high-skill, high-wage jobs that keep people in the community. What’s different now is the speed: new tools and processes are showing up on shop floors in months, not years. Communities that organize training quickly will place more residents into better jobs.
Case Studies
Real Results From Real Challenges
Defense manufacturing creates high-skill, high-wage jobs that keep people in the community. What’s different now is the speed: new tools and processes are showing up on shop floors in months, not years. Communities that organize training quickly will place more residents into better jobs.
