Oklahoma’s pro-business environment makes our state a great place to do business. Oklahoma is the premier location for the ever-evolving unmanned systems sector. Companies like Kratos Defense, Skydweller, Vigilant Aerospace and WindShape are advancing the industry here. And key assets and test sites across the state are setting the stage for research and development, manufacturing and more.
Oklahoma State University’s Oklahoma Aerospace Institute for Research and Education (OAIRE) acts as the center of gravity for a statewide initiative to answer industry and federal demand for innovation, excellence, and expertise in aerospace.
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Learn more about Oklahoma’s Aerospace & Defense industry and why aerospace companies choose Oklahoma.
The Most Central U.S. Location
Oklahoma is located at the crossroads of North America – and with one of the largest inland, ice-free ports. That means lower business costs whether your supply chain is across the street or stretches around the globe.
Transportation Key
Inland River Port
Interstate Highway
Navigable River
- Market proximity with 26 major cities within an 800-mile length of haul.
- 3 Class I rail lines and 18 Class III lines
- Oklahoma Unmanned Systems Sector Brochure
Learn why Oklahoma is the premier location for the UAS sector.
- Oklahoma’s Key Industry Sectors
Aerospace & Defense – MRO capital of the world and innovation leader in UAS
Agribusiness – Top 10 state in grain and beef production
Automotive – 40% lower wages for automotive-related jobs
Energy – more than 40% of energy produced comes from renewables
Life Sciences – nearly 200,000 employed in life science companies
Manufacturing – more than 4,200 manufacturing firms operating in Oklahoma
Transportation & Logistics – 20 states accessible through Oklahoma’s in-land ports
Oklahoma is globally recognized for its outstanding incentive programs and pro-business environment.
UAS Taiwan Trade Mission Partners
Advanced Navigation and Positioning Corporation (ANPC)
www.anpc.com
Jeff Mains, CEO
+1 (541) 386-1747
info@anpc.com
Advanced Navigation and Positioning Corporation is a global supplier of precision approach guidance and area surveillance solutions aimed at improving the safety and capacity of civil and military aviation for customers on all seven continents.
ANPC’s transponder-based solutions are designed to serve airfields where others cannot. Most of the world’s airports lack the ability to support existing systems due to terrain, obstacles and other challenges. ANPC’s mission is to serve such airports.
Expertise/Capabilities: Airport Equipment & Services, Calibration/Weighing Services, Ground Support Equipment
AeroCore X
www.aerocorex.com
Chris Dofflemeyer, President
+1 (405) 669-8655
sales@aerocorex.com
AeroCore Group consists of three divisions,ACX, ACT, and ACE.
AeroCore X repair and recores heat exchangers, oil coolers and fuel heaters.
AeroCore T repairs and overhauls air cycle machines and turbines
AeroCore E is our engineering and manufacturing division that designs and manufactures components.
Certifications: FAA, EASA, AS9100
Expertise/Capabilities: Avionics/Instruments, Components, Engineering, Heat Coating/Brazing, Hydraulics/Pneumatics, Military Maintenance, Parts Distributors, Parts Manufacturer
MyDefence
www.mydefence.com
Anne Larsen, Marketing Specialist
+1 (302) 487-3619
ali@mydefence.dk
Built from direct battlefield experience in Ukraine, Wingman is a lightweight, man-portable drone detection system that spots and tracks unauthorized drones in real time. Using advanced radio frequency technology, it alerts you early, so you can respond before the threat escalates. With its compact design, long battery life, and remote updates, it keeps you one step ahead in any environment.
Expertise/Capabilities: Airport Equipment & Services, Avionics/Instruments, Engineering, Ground Support Equipment, Military Maintenance, Test Equipment, Training
RXR Worldwide
Ryan Rosenthal, Co-founder
+1 (580) 380-2002
ryan@rxrworldwide.com
RXR Worldwide is a capability development company oriented on technology, training, and architecture integration in the dual-use environment.
We thrive at the nexus of innovation, testing and development through our unique expertise, our partnerships and our placement in the dual-use application of unmanned technology.
We seek collaborative innovation partners supporting employment architecture, civil and military protection, test range support, partnered manufacturing, and access to shared market opportunities.
Expertise/Capabilities: Advanced Materials/Composites, Consulting Services, Engineering, Supply Chain/Logistics, Training
ZDEN Technologies LLC
www.zden.tech
Joel Graley, Chief Executive Officer
+1 (580) 320-9223
info@zden.tech
ZDEN Technologies LLC is an alternate mission systems integrator with proven success integrating technologies onto defense platforms outside of OEMs. ZDEN understands how to transition products and technologies across the valley of death and deliver products to warfighters to meet urgent needs. ZDEN’s novel applications of Modular Open Systems Approaches are disrupting how customers procure and sustain weapon systems.
Expertise/Capabilities: Avionics/Instruments, Consulting Services, Engineering, Hardware, Parts Manufacturer, Software, Supply Chain/Logistics
Greater Oklahoma City Chamber
www.greateroklahomacity.com
Dennis Pruitt, Senior Vice President Economic Development
+1 (405) 668-3697
dpruitt@okcchamber.com
For more than a century, the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber has been the voice of business and the visionary organization in Oklahoma City. We represent thousands of businesses of all sizes and all industries in Oklahoma City’s 10-county region. Our team will provide customized solutions to help establish your company in our dynamic region.
Oklahoma Aerospace Institute for Research and Education
go.okstate.edu/aerospace
Andrew Wilson, Engineering Program Manager
+1 (405) 744-8900
andrew.wilson11@okstate.edu
The Oklahoma Aerospace Institute for Research and Education is a global leader in the aerospace industry. It serves as a testing ground for cutting-edge technology, forging a path toward a dynamic future in innovation. Driven by visionary engineers and researchers, this institute propels us into not only a golden age of aerospace exploration, but an orange one.
Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics
oklahoma.gov/aerospace.html
Sandra Shelton, Director of Government Relations, Industry Development, and Communications
+1 (405) 604–6900
sandra.shelton@aerospace.ok.gov
The Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics serves as the lead government agency to support, promote, and advocate for the state’s second-largest industry, aviation and aerospace. The agency is responsible for the administration of a statewide system of airports, cooperating with local, state, and federal authorities in the development of aviation infrastructure, acting as the central resource in state government for the Unmanned and Advanced Air Mobility sector, and fostering the state’s aerospace industry. The Department also partners with Oklahoma Commerce in the delivery of the ACES program, which seeks to grow and develop the aviation and aerospace industry.
Rose State College
rose.edu
Whitney Alvis, Chief of Staff
+1 (405) 736-0384
walvis@rose.edu
Rose State College, located in Midwest City, Oklahoma, is a dynamic hub for workforce development and innovation. Situated just minutes from Tinker Air Force Base, Rose State leverages its geographic advantage to support defense-related industries and economic growth. The college offers cutting-edge programs in small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS), cybersecurity, and additive manufacturing, equipping students with skills aligned to emerging technologies. Through strong industry partnerships and responsive curriculum design, Rose State serves as a catalyst for regional development and a model of public-private collaboration that aligns education with real-world economic and technological needs.
University of Oklahoma - OADII
www.ou.edu/oadii
General Robin Rand (USAF, Ret),
Executive Director
+1 (405) 325-1259
oadii@ou.edu
OADII was launched in support of the Aerospace, Defense, and Global Security initiative through the Office of the Vice President for Research and Partnerships at the University of Oklahoma. As a research accelerator, we turn discoveries into solutions by bridging the gap between innovations and real-world challenges. Our vision is to be a transformative national leader in collaborative research by connecting strategic stakeholders with innovative and relevant aerospace and defense solutions.
University of Tulsa
utulsa.edu/research/ocii/
David Keely, Executive Director
+1 (918) 631-3215
dak9339@utulsa.edu
The University of Tulsa is a Private, non-profit research university specializing in Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Business and Entrepreneurship. The Oklahoma Cyber Innovation Institute advances cybersecurity education, research, and application in autonomous vehicles for a safer world.
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