Ohio's Vision as a Global AAM Hub: JobsOhio CEO JP Nauseef in Depth
Ohio is positioning itself as a global leader in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). In a recent podcast, JobsOhio President and CEO JP Nauseef outlined how the state leverages its aerospace manufacturing heritage, a network of over 640 aerospace firms, FAA-certified test airspace, and a $300 million workforce investment to build a full end-to-end eVTOL ecosystem capable of attracting global capital and talent.
Highlights
- JobsOhio CEO JP Nauseef outlined Ohio's strategy to become a global Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) hub in a recent industry podcast.
- Ohio's AAM ecosystem includes FAA-certified test airspace, the National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence (NAAMCE), and the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL).
- The state hosts a network of over 640 aerospace companies, forming a comprehensive supply chain for eVTOL design, testing, certification, and manufacturing.
- Ohio has launched a $300 million experiential learning initiative to train the next generation of high-skilled aerospace and eVTOL workers.
- Ohio's end-to-end eVTOL development environment is designed to reduce cross-region coordination costs and attract global capital investment.
Ohio is moving decisively toward global leadership in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), drawing on its deep aerospace manufacturing heritage, strong industrial expertise, and a highly collaborative innovation ecosystem.
A One-Stop eVTOL Development Environment
In the latest episode of a leading industry podcast, JobsOhio President and CEO JP Nauseef detailed how Ohio offers a uniquely comprehensive, end-to-end environment where companies can design, test, certify, manufacture, and scale eVTOL aircraft — all within a single state. This integrated approach significantly reduces the time and cost associated with multi-region coordination.
Key Industry Assets
Nauseef highlighted several of Ohio's core competitive advantages:
- National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence (NAAMCE): Serving as the central R&D and validation platform for the AAM industry.
- FAA-Certified Test Airspace: Providing a fully compliant and well-equipped flight test environment.
- Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL): A critical dual-use technology R&D partner bridging military and civilian innovation.
- Network of Over 640 Aerospace Companies: Creating a complete supply chain and technical support ecosystem.
$300 Million Workforce Development Investment
Beyond physical infrastructure, Ohio is also investing heavily in human capital. Nauseef revealed that the state has launched a $300 million experiential learning initiative designed to systematically develop the next generation of aerospace technicians and engineers — meeting the enormous demand for highly skilled labor that the future eVTOL industry will require.
Policy Support and Commercial Deployment Outlook
Looking ahead, Nauseef stated that Ohio will continue to attract global investment through a business-friendly policy environment, active promotion of commercial deployment, and deepened cross-industry collaboration. These efforts aim to create high-value employment opportunities locally while positioning Ohio as a key architect of the future of aviation.
This podcast episode is available on all major podcast platforms, or can be streamed directly via the original episode page.
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