Arizona is one of America's premier defense and aerospace manufacturing states, home to Raytheon's global headquarters, Boeing's Apache helicopter line, and Honeywell's aerospace division. With Luke Air Force Base, Davis-Monthan, and a deep defense supply chain, Arizona offers highly stable and well-paying aerospace careers.
From Raytheon's missile systems to Boeing's Apache helicopters, Arizona is a global center for defense aviation and aerospace manufacturing excellence.
Raytheon Technologies
Raytheon's global headquarters is anchored in Arizona, where it develops and manufactures Tomahawk cruise missiles, Patriot air defense systems, and advanced radar systems employing over 17,000 workers statewide.
Boeing Defense
Boeing's Mesa facility is the only place in the world where the AH-64 Apache attack helicopter is built. The facility employs thousands of aerospace assembly, quality, and systems technicians on an active production line.
Honeywell Aerospace
Honeywell's aerospace division operates major avionics R&D and manufacturing operations in Arizona, developing flight management systems, turbine engines, and cockpit technology used across global aviation.
