Workforce

AIA perpetuates a highly skilled and robust aerospace workforce through engaging education and professional development initiatives.

Key Workforce Policy Issues

Talent Attraction & Retention

AIA helps member companies take a comprehensive approach to talent attraction and recruitment for the aerospace and defense industry, from early career hires through senior leadership searches.

Workforce Development & Training Programs

AIA seeks to be the leading voice in advocating for the 21st century workforce needs through training, reskilling, and educational opportunities to meet the demands of today and tomorrow’s technologies.

The Future of Work & Pandemic Recovery

Emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic and associated workforce challenges, AIA brings member companies and workforce experts together to use lessons learned to reimagine the Future of Work as a human capital imperative.

Recent Workforce News

November 5, 2024

AIA President and CEO Praises End of Boeing-IAM Strike

October 21, 2024

AIA Supply Chain Council Urges Swift Resolution to Ongoing Boeing Labor Strike

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Publications

October 21, 2024

AIA Letter to White House on the Ongoing Labor Strike at The Boeing Company

June 9, 2023

AIA Letter of Support for the Mercury 13 Congressional Gold Medal Act

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Your Leadership ConnectionTalent & Workforce Team

AIA’s workforce leadership team is well-positioned to address members’ issues and advocacy needs.

Nora Khalil

Vice President, Legislative Affairs

Sophia Medina

Coordinator, Communications & Legislative Affairs

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Issues & Advocacy

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