COLORADO AEROSPACE

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1 COLORADO AEROSPACE #MileCloser

2 THE PERFECT ATMOSPHERE FOR SPACE CLOSER TO SPACE AS WELL AS CONTRACTORS AND SUPPLIERS Eight of the country s major space contractors have a significant presence in Colorado, helping the DoD procure, place, and manage national space assets to protect our country and increase its military and homeland security capabilities. Colorado s aerospace companies develop manned and unmanned spacecraft, instrumentation, remote sensing, ground control and navigation services, and launch vehicles for NASA and other agencies. More than 400 companies and suppliers provide space-related products and services in the state. The fact that Colorado is a mile closer to space is just part of the story With the nation s third-largest aerospace economy, Colorado offers aerospace companies one of the country s most highly educated workforces, a dynamic atmosphere for business growth, and a hub of high-tech innovation. Eight of the nation s top aerospace contractors have significant operations in the state. Along with major U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) facilities and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) research and development activities, the state s universities are among the world s best for aerospace engineering. Major Aerospace Contractors Space Systems Colorado s strategic location in the center of the country provides one-bounce satellite communications to Europe and Asia in the same business day. In addition, Colorado has an abundance of hightech companies developing viable, cutting-edge technologies in fields such as renewable energy and cyber, providing a fertile environment for innovation opportunities with these cross-supporting sectors. In Colorado, you ll be part of a high-powered, established space industry in a location that also happens to be a great place to live. In an atmosphere like this, it s no wonder that aerospace companies thrive and prosper at 5,280 feet.

3 LEADING THE NATION S MOST NOTABLE AEROSPACE PROJECTS Dream Chaser Louisville-based Sierra Nevada Corporation s Space Systems continued to work rigorously on the Dream Chaser spacecraft through significant collaboration with other Colorado-based aerospace companies. Dream Chaser is a multi-mission Space Utility Vehicle designed for crew and cargo transportation to low Earth orbit destinations like the International Space Station (ISS). Sierra Nevada Corporation selected Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company to build the composite structure of the spacecraft and to assist with certifying the vehicle for human spaceflight. GMI Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp. launched its Global Precipitation Measurement-Microwave Imager (GMI) in February As a joint effort between NASA and JAXA to improve climate, weather, and rainfall predictions, the mission will play an essential role in the Earth s weather and environmental forecasting. GOES-R Lockheed Martin Space Systems, located in Jefferson County, is developing the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration s (NOAA) next-generation geostationary weather satellites, the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite-R series (GOES-R). Data from NOAA s GOES satellites provides accurate, real-time weather forecasts and early warning products to NOAA s National Weather Service and other public and private sectors. The first launch is scheduled in early GPS III Lockheed Martin Space Systems is developing the U.S. Air Force s next generation of Global Positioning System (GPS III) satellites the newest military and civilian navigation technology that will deliver three times better accuracy, provide up to eight times improved anti-jamming capabilities, and include enhancements which extend spacecraft life 25 percent further than the prior GPS block. The first satellite is currently in final integration and rigorous testing prior to delivery. GPS OCX The U.S. Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center awarded Raytheon, located in Aurora, a $1.6 billion contract to deliver the Global Positioning System (GPS) Operational Control System (OCX). OCX will provide command and control of new capabilities associated with the new GPS III family of satellites as well as legacy satellites and all new civil and military signals. OCX will be delivered in increments. OCX Block 1 will introduce the full capabilities of the L2C navigation signal and is scheduled to enter into service in InSight - Lockheed Martin Space Systems is constructing the Mars lander spacecraft for NASA s InSight (Interior Exploration using Seismic Investigations, Geodesy and Heat Transport) mission. InSight is a NASA Discovery-class mission to understand the processes that shaped rocky planets such as Mars and Earth. Once the spacecraft has been fully assembled, it will undergo rigorous, environmental testing in the summer of 2015, and is scheduled to launch in Joint Polar Satellite System NASA, on behalf of NOAA, awarded Raytheon a $1.8 billion contract for the Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS), a successor to the National Polar-Orbiting Operational Environmental Satellite System program. JPSS includes satellites and sensors supporting next generation civil weather and climate measurements. NASA also awarded Boulder-based Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp. a $248 million contract to design, build, and test the JPSS-1 spacecraft and an $82 million contract for the Ozone Mapping Profiler Suite for JPSS-1, scheduled to launch in Orion In 2014, the Lockheed Martin-built Orion capsule launched atop a United Launch Alliance Delta IV Heavy rocket for a highly successful first flight test. Engineers were able to test critical safety systems and evaluate launch and high-speed re-entry systems, avionics, altitude control, parachutes, and the heat shield. Orion will transport humans to destinations beyond low Earth orbit, such as asteroids, the moon, and eventually Mars. Orion will launch on NASA s Space Launch System (SLS) heavy-lift rocket to a distant retrograde orbit around the moon on Exploration Mission-1. OSIRIS-REx - Lockheed Martin Space Systems is building the Origins Spectral Interpretation Resource Identification Security Regolith Explorer (OSIRIS-REx). OSIRIS-REx is a NASA asteroid study and sample return mission. Following launch in 2016, the mission will study and return a sample of a carbonaceous asteroid to Earth for detailed analyses in United Launch Alliance Headquartered in Centennial, United Launch Alliance (ULA) is America s ride to space, launching one-of-a-kind science and national security missions aboard its Atlas and Delta rockets. ULA also supports NASA and its partners in developing capabilities to deliver U.S. astronauts to low Earth orbit and human exploration beyond Earth orbit. Since the company was formed in 2006, ULA has launched more than 90 consecutive, successful missions. Colorado highlights from last year included ULA s launch of the Orion spacecarft aboard a Delta IV Heavy and an Atlas V carrying the WorldView-3 digital imaging satellite. ULA has 13 launches on its manifest for 2015, including a communications satellite for Mexico. WorldView-3 DigitalGlobe launched WorldView-3 in The highest-resolution, commercial Earth-imaging satellite ever flown, Worldview-3 can take images five times clearer than standard commercial satellites. DigitalGlobe unveiled plans to accelerate the launch of WorldView-4 (formerly named GeoEye-2), built by Lockheed Martin, to mid-2016 to meet increased demand. A significant catalyst for this increased opportunity was the recent U.S. directive to allow images with a resolution up to 25 centimeters to be sold freely. #MileCloser

4 THE NATION S THIRD-LARGEST SPACE ECONOMY A DYNAMIC INDUSTRY WITH SIGNIFICANT ECONOMIC IMPACT The aerospace industry is a crucial driver of Colorado s economic growth. The state ranks first in the United States for its high concentration of private aerospace jobs, with more than 25,000 employees at private aerospace companies and a $3.2 billion annual payroll. Colorado s unique convergence of aerospace and other high-tech industries, such as clean energy and information technology, provides further opportunities for innovation, collaboration, and growth. LEADING-EDGE GEOSPATIAL TECHNOLOGY Colorado is the nation s hub for geospatial technologies, remote sensing, imaging, and related industries. DigitalGlobe, a leading global provider of commercial, high-resolution earth imagery products and services, purchased GeoEye in With combined operations based in Colorado, the merger created a geospatial powerhouse with a larger constellation capacity, a stronger capabilities structure, and expanded customer coverage. LARGE AND DIVERSE MIX OF MILITARY INSTALLATIONS Colorado is the U.S. center for military space. The state s military commands the primary customers for space-based research, development, acquisition, and operations advance future aerospace industry growth in Colorado. Military Commands: Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/U.S. Army Forces Strategic Command (SMDC/ARSTRAT) North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) Military Bases: Buckley Air Force Base Peterson Air Force Base Schriever Air Force Base Colorado has three space-oriented Air Force bases COLORADO AEROSPACE AT A HIGHER LEVEL 162,680 Employed in space-related jobs 400+ Companies and suppliers $3.2 billion annual payroll 25,110 Employed by private aerospace companies

5 2014 total private aerospace employment DEDICATED TO DEVELOPING A 21ST CENTURY AEROSPACE WORKFORCE W N E #1 S Source: Development Research Partners #3 #5 #4 Education of workforce among top five aerospace states W N E #17 #2 #28 S Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2014 American Community Survey #2 #6 #30 Colorado s universities and research centers are leading the charge to educate the next generation of aerospace workers. The University of Colorado receives more NASA funding than any other public university and is also a leading university for training astronauts and providing a pipeline of qualified aerospace workers. Air Force Space Command designated the University of Colorado Colorado Springs as the Space Education Consortium s lead university to educate the nation s future aerospace workforce. Three Colorado universities are members of the Universities Space Research Association, with graduate programs in space sciences or engineering: CU-Boulder, Colorado School of Mines, and the University of Denver. The U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs offers the country s second-best undergraduate program in aerospace engineering. Metropolitan State University of Denver is revolutionizing aviation and aerospace education with its Aerospace Engineering Sciences building, which will house multiple disciplines to answer the advanced manufacturing workforce needs for the aviation and aerospace industries. As co-chair of the Colorado Space Coalition, Colorado Lt. Gov. Joe Garcia actively promotes science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education to prepare Colorado s next generation of aerospace workers. Colorado ranks first in the nation for its concentration of aerospace employees. Development Research Partners, #MileCloser

6 OUR WORLD REVOLVES AROUND SPACE COLORADO THE PERFECT ATMOSPHERE FOR AEROSPACE 1st in the United States for private aerospace employment concentration 2nd-highest for residents with a bachelor s degree or higher 3rd-highest in high-tech employment per 1,000 employees 4th in NASA prime contracts 4th-highest on the state science and technology index 4 military commands 5th-best state for business 5th for Small Business Innovation Research grants 5th for entrepreneurial activity WORLD-CLASS RESEARCH INSTITUTIONS AND LABORATORIES Colorado s leading research institutions and high concentration of federal laboratories make significant contributions to the state s dynamic innovation economy. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR), and the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR), located in Boulder, conduct research in atmospheric and related sciences, including exploring and monitoring worldwide weather, climate, the space environment, and ocean resources. A proven training ground for future space scientists and engineers, the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) at CU-Boulder is the only universitybased institution in the world to have designed and built space instruments for NASA that have been launched to every planet in the solar system. Colorado has the nation s top-performing economy and a strong aerospace sector. Colorado State University s Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA) partners with NOAA to provide global climate research, satellite observations, and air quality measurements. The National Science Foundation and the Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy selected CU- Boulder to house the National Solar Observatory (NSO) headquarters and plans to add scientists, engineers, and administration staff to manage all data analysis and instrument development. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Boulder promotes U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology. The Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES) is a cooperative institute between NOAA and the University of Colorado that conducts research in Earth system science, including environmental chemistry and biology, atmospheric and climate dynamics, and the solar-terrestrial environment. Business Insider, 2014

7 A HUB FOR COMMERCIAL SPACE ACTIVITIES A five-year Space Act Agreement, signed in 2010, established a public-private partnership between NASA and the Manufacturer s Edge to increase and advance tech transfer between NASA and Colorado companies. To address the current and future challenges of commercial space transportation, in 2010 the Federal Aviation Administration established a Center of Excellence for Commercial Space Transportation, of which CU-Boulder is a core member. The Center brings together government, industry, and academic institutions to focus on commercial human space flight, space commerce, space launch operations and traffic management, and launch vehicle systems. espace: The Center for Space Entrepreneurship is a not-for-profit organization based in Louisville that supports the creation and development of entrepreneurial space companies, the commercialization of the technologies they create, and the workforce to fuel their growth. With more than a dozen aerospace-related units on campus, CU-Boulder s AeroSpace Ventures brings together the university s institutes, centers, government laboratories, and industry partners to develop new technologies focusing on unmanned aircraft, small satellites, and Earth and space sensors. Colorado is 2nd in the U.S. for residents with a bachelor s degree or higher. U.S. Census Bureau, 2014 BUILDING SPACEPORT COLORADO In 2015, Front Range Airport in Adams County will continue the application process for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification as a horizontal-launch spaceport facility. The subsequent designation for Spaceport Colorado fulfills a 2011 declaration by Gov. John Hickenlooper of Colorado s intent to become a spaceport state. The effort will support new opportunities in the future growth of commercial space research and transportation. Plans for Spaceport Colorado include the development of an aerospace and technology park to support a broad range of activities and commercial opportunities, including research and development, testing and evaluation, manufacturing, crew training, scientific research, suborbital flight, point-to-point travel, and unmanned aerial systems. Spaceport Colorado has an abundance of surrounding land and convenient access to DIA and the Metro Denver area s sizeable aerospace industry, research universities, and aerospace workforce. AT THE FOREFRONT OF UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEMS RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT Colorado is a leader in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) research and development. In addition to a wealth of academic expertise in unmanned vehicle systems, Colorado is also a vibrant base of commercial and military UAS activity. With its variety of airspace, environmental conditions, and terrain, Colorado provides an ideal geographic location for federal, state, and private UAS research and operations, and the region is actively working to expand its UAS assembly, launch, and operational test areas. A 2013 study by the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International reported that Colorado is poised to create more than 1,191 new jobs during the first three years following integration of UAS into the U.S. national airspace system. #MileCloser

8 A PROGRESSIVE BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT ENTREPRENEURIAL, BUSINESS-FRIENDLY STATE Colorado is a forward-thinking state with an entrepreneurial business climate. Along with few regulatory barriers, Colorado has one of the nation s lowest corporate income tax rates a flat 4.63 percent. Colorado offers single-factor tax apportionment, which assesses taxes on a company s sales in the state only. Taxes State Corporate and Personal Income Tax Tax years beginning on or after: January 1, % January 1, % Prior to January 1, % Sales Tax Total State, Local, and Special Districts 3.25%-9.25% MILE HIGH INNOVATION The first U.S. patent office west of the Mississippi opened in Denver in The Denver location is the second satellite location for the patent office and is the first of three to be located in the western U.S. The USPTO chose Denver because the region has one of the highest per capita rates of people with science and technology degrees, has relatively low living costs, and offers a high quality of life and a desirable location in which to recruit and retain the most talented workers. The patent office will further breed and expand Colorado s already enviable hightech and innovation economy. INCENTIVES TO ADVANCE YOUR AEROSPACE BUSINESS The Job Growth Incentive Tax Credit allows companies to apply to the Colorado Economic Development Commission for a state income tax credit based on the payroll tax cost from creating new jobs. To qualify, companies must create at least 20 new jobs, with an average yearly wage of at least 100 percent of the county average wage rate based on where the business is located. Colorado has 16 Procurement Technical Assistance Centers located throughout the state to help businesses compete for military and other funding. Gov. John Hickenlooper signed legislation in 2014 creating a Sales and Use Tax Exemption for qualified property used in space flight. To further pave the way for Spaceport Colorado, the state passed legislation to help expand the state s aerospace economy by limiting liability for public and private entities holding a Federal Aviation Administration license for spaceflight activities. The Advanced Industries (AI) Accelerator Programs include four types of grants and a global business support program to promote growth and sustainability in Colorado s advanced industries, including aerospace. AN EXCEPTIONAL ENVIRONMENT THAT ATTRACTS AND RETAINS QUALITY WORKERS Colorado has all of the amenities that both attract and retain a highly educated, productive workforce, including nearly 300 days of sunshine annually and unparalleled access to outdoor recreation. Other vital statistics include having among the country s highest percentages of physical activity and wellbeing and the lowest obesity rate. Photos and images courtesy of Lockheed Martin Space Systems, NASA, United Launch Alliance, Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp., Sierra Nevada Corporation Space Systems, University of Colorado Colorado Springs, Boulder Economic Council, Strategic Simulation Solutions, University of Colorado Boulder, CU-LASP, Metropolitan State University of Denver, VISIT DENVER, Colorado Springs Business Alliance, and Colorado Springs Convention and Visitors Bureau.

9 ADVOCACY FOR THE AEROSPACE INDUSTRY Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper (left). Aerospace Day at the Colorado Capitol (middle). Maj. Gen. Jay Lindell (right). ABOUT THE COLORADO SPACE COALITION SUPPORT FROM STATE LEADERSHIP The Colorado Space Coalition (CSC), a group of industry stakeholders, works to make Colorado a center of excellence for space. Coalition members including aerospace companies, military leaders, academic organizations, and economic development groups promote Colorado s significant aerospace assets nationally, as well as advance legislation vital to industry growth and success. The CSC is an industry affiliate of the Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation. The Colorado Economic Development Commission is a major financial contributor to the CSC s marketing initiatives. The CSC is led by Colorado Lt. Gov. Joe Garcia; Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Andy Love; and G. Thomas Marsh, retired executive vice president of Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company. Colorado s state leadership is actively engaged in efforts to expand the state s aerospace industry. Colorado s congressional delegation works to provide a long-term, coordinated, and unified approach to ensure continued investment in the state s academic, military, and commercial aerospace infrastructure. In 2013, Gov. Hickenlooper named Maj. Gen. Jay H. Lindell to be Colorado s Aerospace and Defense Industry Champion. Lindell oversees the implementation of the state s aerospace strategic plan and assists aerospace businesses, defense installations, and research institutions to establish information networks with both government and the private sector. In addition, Aerospace Day at the Colorado Capitol takes place annually to recognize the industry s importance to the state s economic growth. In 2015, the Colorado legislature formed a bipartisan Aerospace and Defense Caucus to further support the continued expansion of these industries within the state. COLORADO SPACE COALITION (CSC) CSC members span the entire state, representing diverse backgrounds, but united goals. The CSC focuses on the following initiatives to expand Colorado s position as the nation s third-largest aerospace economy: Recruit new companies and expand existing aerospace employment in the state. Market and promote Colorado s space industry. Maintain an advisory dialogue with Colorado s congressional delegation on key aerospace issues. Expand networking and collaboration among the state s space companies. Grow the state s aerospace workforce. Support funding for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in Colorado. Provide support for Colorado s military, commercial, and civilian space assets. #MileCloser

10 If you re looking for highly educated aerospace workers and close proximity to major contractors and suppliers, world-class research facilities, and the U.S. center for military space, you really should discover Colorado. Our space-friendly atmosphere offers a wealth of assets to help your company thrive. With financial support from the Colorado Economic Development Commission 1445 Market Street Denver, CO info@spacecolorado.org #MileCloser