Oklahoma ACES

06/07/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined / supported us last month at Oklahoma Aerospace & Defense Industry Day at Rose State College!

Oklahoma Aerospace & Defense Industry Day 2026 brought together more than 130+ aerospace industry leaders, government representatives, and Oklahoma companies

06/06/2026

Get to know our Farnborough Friends! As we prepare to head down the runway toward the Farnborough International Airshow next month to tell the world the story of Oklahoma Aerospace and Defense, we wanted to take a moment to highlight some of our partners and their support at this important international event.

First up is Acorn Capital Management, a middle-market private equity investment firm HQ’d in OKC fueled by over two decades of dynamic history in aerospace, defense, intelligence, and space. Acorn invests in operating companies that strive to enhance global mobility, protect national interests, and develop next-generation intelligence-gathering technology. Check them out: www.acorncapitalmanagement.com

Stay tuned for more info on our “Farnborough Friends” as we get closer to !

We are a middle-market private equity investment firm fueled by over two decades of dynamic history in aerospace, defense, intelligence, and space.

06/05/2026

For today's Feelgood Friday: Take a look inside MyDefence's new OKC facility!

OKC welcomes new counter-drone manufacturer to boost aerospace defe...

06/04/2026

DYK: Oklahoma's defense industry counts more than 133,000 workers involved in military aviation, generating $21.8 billion in economic activity.

Oklahoma has been a key player in the defense and homeland security industry since World War II. With the largest DoD air depot, a central location and strong military presence, Oklahoma offers defense companies the expertise and strategic advantage necessary for success.

06/03/2026

06/03/2026

In Oklahoma, aerospace and defense workforce development starts early!

06/02/2026

It's time for another Trivia Tuesday, ACES friends!

Today's question: The Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center in OKC is the nation’s central FAA and USDOT support and training facility — how many students are trained through the center annually?

A. 760
B. 7,600
C. 76,000
D. 6.02 x10^23

Take your best guess in the comments, and stay tuned for the answer!

06/01/2026

Oklahoma is the premier location for the ever-evolving unmanned systems sector. Learn more about the key assets, test sites, research and more assets that are setting the stage for companies to continue to drive progress in this area. JOIN US!

Oklahoma’s Advanced Air Mobility & Unmanned Systems Autonomy, the way it was intended. Oklahoma’s advantage starts with geography. Open skies, varied terrain, and airspace that’s been managed for military and commercial flight for generations create a natural proving ground for unmanned system...

05/29/2026

Looking for an internship in our favorite industry sector, or know someone that is? Here is great opportunity with Skydweller Aero for local graduate students or upper-level undergrads with experience in Python:

𝐖𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐈 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 📍 Oklahoma City, OK | 12-Month Internship 👉 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gZpnhi35 Skydweller Aero is looking for an AI Tool Developer Intern to help ...

05/29/2026

"We only see this growing. We know that this is one of the fastest-growing industries in the state."

Via KOCO 5 News: Oklahoma leaders aim to grow aerospace and defense industry

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Oklahoma leaders aim to grow aerospace and defense industryKOCO N...