AR2024: A Letter from the Chair of the Board, and the President and CEO

Welcome to The Aerospace Corporation's 2024 Annual Report.
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Space continues to evolve at an unprecedented rate, shaped by rapid technological advancements and emerging challenges that demand speed and innovation in response. In these dynamic times, The Aerospace Corporation is leading from the front by enabling new capabilities and collaborative approaches that empower our partners to outpace the threat.

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The Aerospace Corporation President and CEO Steve Isakowitz and Board of Trustees Chair Gen. Paul Selva.

To drive faster responses to emerging threats, we are focused on helping our partners rapidly acquire and deploy critical capabilities that enhance warfighter readiness. By working to connect systems end-to-end, we ensure operational readiness and the seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies. Aerospace is also forging stronger connections between government and the commercial sector to strengthen the space industrial base and accelerate the development of capabilities critical to the future of space. As a new era of space launch begins, Aerospace is leveraging the depth and breadth of its expertise to advance agile and adaptive mission assurance practices, strengthen risk management and enhance mission success for national security space operations. Our focus on integrating end-to-end across the mission lifecycle enables us to support our partners with the confidence needed for navigating an increasingly complex space environment.

At the heart of all these achievements are our people—the experts, innovators, problem solvers and leaders who drive our mission forward. Aerospace fosters an environment that equips our workforce with the tools, knowledge, and collaborative culture needed to solve the toughest challenges in space. Through mentorship, continuous learning, and an unwavering commitment to technical excellence, we empower our team to lead from the front in an ever-evolving space enterprise.

As we navigate this pivotal moment in space, Aerospace remains steadfast in its commitment to delivering the unique expertise and independent insight only we can provide. Our vision—to be the nation’s trusted partner, solving the hardest problems for the preeminent space enterprise—continues to guide our efforts as we support our customers in meeting today’s most pressing challenges and seizing tomorrow’s opportunities. 

We invite you to explore our 2024 Annual Report to learn more about how Aerospace is outpacing threats, enabling new capabilities, and connecting the space enterprise end-to-end.