What Happened
Industry Expands Production Amid Skilled Labor Shortage
Aerospace manufacturers are expanding production to meet rising commercial aviation demand and increased defense spending, but a growing workforce shortage is hindering their efforts. A recent study found that engineering talent and skilled manufacturing labor are the most difficult positions to fill, with 76% of companies struggling to find engineers. The industry’s demographic profile, with nearly one-quarter of employees over 55, compounds the challenge. This article was first reported by an unknown source.