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Jobs in aerospace and defence
The aerospace and defence sectors employ 468,500 people across the UK. These jobs range from highly skilled engineers and scientists to manufacturing and support staff. This significant workforce contributes to local economies through spending and taxes, and the demand for skilled labour drives investment in education and training, fostering innovation and technological advancement.
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