Netherlands, AMSTERDAM
Shortage of technical talent is slowing down expansion in Aerospace & Defense
- 6 May 2026
Amsterdam, 6 May 2026 - The global aerospace and defense sector is growing rapidly, but its ability to scale up is under increasing pressure due to a structural shortage of technical talent. Technical production workers, engineers, AI and IT specialists are especially scarce, while it is precisely these positions that determine production, innovation and digital resilience. This is evident from Mission 2030: Closing Tech Talent Gaps in Aerospace & Defense , a new international report by Experis and ManpowerGroup. High outflow, ageing population and competition increase pressure
The pressure on the sector is now structural. According to the report, 72 percent of employers say they are struggling to find the right talent. The outflow is around 15 percent, twice as high as the average in other sectors. In the manufacturing industry, as many as 42 percent of employees are considering changing jobs within six months. In addition, 55 percent of manufacturers expect that aging and retirement will have a significant impact in the coming years. For example, a quarter of aviation engineers are over 55 years old.
Competition for technical talent is also increasing. Of all engineering graduates, only 60% are qualified to work in the aviation sector. In addition, large technology companies often offer higher entry-level salaries and more attractive conditions, making it difficult for aerospace and defense organizations to attract and retain young talent.
This combination of factors increases talent shortages, increases pressure on existing teams, and inhibits innovation and delivery capacity. Digitization accelerates skillsmismatch
The aerospace and defense sector is digitizing at a rapid pace. Technologies such as AI, digital twins and blockchain, and the increasing importance of cybersecurity require new skills, while education and internal trainin...
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