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Where Military Installations Find Success

Ohio’s military-friendly approach gives businesses their competitive advantage.

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From Wright-Patterson Air Force Base to NASA Glenn Research Center, Ohio is the proud home of federal and military installations that contribute nearly $40 billion to the overall economy. The critical work being done by Ohio's military and defense industry is vital to protecting our nation and achieving our goal of being the number one state for military and federal missions, their workforce, families, and industry partners.

Big Things Are Happening Here

Why Ohio?

#3

in Department of Defense Air Force civilian employee count (16,796)

#8

in Department of Defense general civilian employee count

#12

in total worker count, including Active Duty, National Guard/Reserve, and APF DOD Civilian workers

#9

in the US for Aerospace/Defense Leaders (2024)

Top-10

largest veteran population in the nation

5.8%

cost of living below the national average.

62,000

Defense personnel earning $3.3 Billion in payroll

$23B

in direct military and federal spending

Will You Be Next?

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Location is Everything

Ohio’s Military & Federal Installations support the growth and success of several U.S. Department of Defense installations that perform mission-critical work to keep our country safe and push the boundaries of space exploration.

Defense Companies Go on Offense in Ohio

Ohio’s military and federal installations are at the forefront of U.S. innovation, spanning the state from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton to NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland. The national aerospace labs forge the future of our lives in air and space work in Ohio.

 

From innovation and research to aerospace technologies, Ohio is leading the way. Here, federal research agencies, businesses, and top universities are doing massive amounts of research and development to support U.S. missions. From hypersonic technology to Advanced Air Mobility, Ohio is helping the U.S. Military innovate.

 

We remain committed to supporting the military and the many vital missions that keep the state at the forefront of national security, exploration, and innovation. Together, JobsOhio and active-duty military, veterans, civilian employees, federal contractors, and their families support Ohio’s installations. These groups are vital not only to achieving our missions but also to the continued economic health of the state.

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