Military Federal
Keeping our warfighters the best in the world requires a portfolio of services that come together through the nation’s best intelligence, medicine, research and education. The Dayton Development Coalition’s defense initiatives ensure resources are lined up to support these services.
What makes the Dayton Region such a powerful economic engine for the defense industry? Start with Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, one of the largest, most diverse and organizationally complex Air Force installations in the world. Add the Springfield Air National Guard Base, which is focused on intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance for the federal and state governments. Amplifying these assets is the Air Force’s commitment to define the region as the national center of excellence in aerospace research, medicine, intelligence, education, acquisition and tech commercialization.
JobsOhio established a Military Federal Sector in 2020 to support the many federal installations across the state.
The Dayton Region offers unsurpassed opportunities for businesses across an array of industries, as well as unique opportunities for the region’s workforce to play an important role in national defense. Ample space to expand both inside and outside the installation fence, combined with the low cost of living, makes our region an ideal location for your business. Access to defense industry leaders is within reach through a variety of professional defense organizations that call the Dayton Region home.
Dayton’s Aerospace & Defense Industries
Ever since Orville and Wilbur Wright set up shop in Dayton, the region has been a globally recognized powerhouse for innovation in the aerospace and aviation industries.
Advanced Air Mobility
The Dayton Region is a natural fit for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). Springfield, Ohio brings together testing resources, AAM-focused facilities, and extensive manufacturing capabilities to support the development and production of eVTOL vehicles.
Technology
The Dayton Region is an emerging global leader for cutting-edge digital transformation technologies like AI, cyber-physical systems, digital engineering and digital manufacturing anchored in national defense imperatives and realized through cross industry commercial applications.
DaytonDefense
DaytonDefense is the nexus of industry representation, networking, business intelligence, and educational opportunities for defense businesses and professionals in Dayton. Since 1995, DaytonDefense has promoted regional economic development activity among local defense contractors, WPAFB and the Federal sector.
Record Growth, Unmatched Opportunity
Whether you’re looking to establish new operations in the region or grow your current footprint, we’re ready to help.