Aerospace Manufacturing in Mexico

Baja California represents about 35% of aerospace in Mexico, while supporting other industries such as, metal mechanics, plastics and electronics. Tijuana alone has 20 aerospace and defense manufacturers and is in close proximity to hundreds of other major aerospace companies in Southern California. Continued growth in Aerospace manufacturing in Mexico is projected in the upcoming years due to newly established facilities and the expansion of existing facilities.

Facts about Aerospace in Mexico:

Aerospace in Mexico has expanded at an average rate of 17% annually since 2005
Aerospace jobs have increased about 36% since 2006
Mexico dropped import duties on aerospace components and signed the Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement in 2007
Exports of aerospace parts are predicted to grow by 12% in 2011, from $3.1 billion to $3.5 billion. At this rate, exports are projected to reach $7.5 billion in 2015
51 million dollars in expansion projects in 2008
Large base of ISO, AS9100 and NADCAP certifications, ITAR-registered operations
Operating repair facilities approved by the FAA
Companies are foreign owned, most from the U.S., producing parts of aircrafts that include electronic components, air conditioning systems, cables, steel bolts, harnesses, turbine connector assemblies and blankets for commercial/military airplanes

Education Programs and Workers

Employs about 32,000 people in 16 Mexican States, totaling about 230 companies
Baja California consists of 53 companies, which employ a total of about 14,000 employees
(most companies in Baja manufacture in Tijuana and Mexicali)
Baja Ca has implemented education and training programs to fit the needs of the industry
CETYS, a private university in both Tijuana and Mexicali, offers a master's degree in aerospace engineering aside from its undergraduate/graduate programs
The Tijuana Technological University offers training in assembling harnesses, which is adapted from a technical school in France

Manufacturing Aerospace in Mexico with NAPS

For Aerospace manufacturing, Mexico is your near-shore solution. By moving some or all of your operations to Mexico, you will benefit from lower production costs, a qualified workforce, intellectual property protection and immediate market access. Manufacturing Aerospace in Mexico has the potential to increase your global competitiveness. Find out how the services offered by NAPS can transform your current operation today. Envision minimizing cost and maximizing profit! View the NAPS Operating Model

We offer extensive services in the following areas:

Site Selection, Contracts & Leasehold Improvements
Corporate Entity & Permits
Payroll and Accounting Services
HR Consulting, Recruiting and Management
Environmental Regulations
Customs Compliance

You focus primarily on your core business, manufacturing your product! NAPS is the leading expert in Mexico. Contact NAPS today!