Kansas Builds the World’s Innovations
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In Kansas, innovation is who we are. Our companies manufacture everything from infrared-blocking aircraft windows to sterile injectable medicines. In fact, we’re quite the catch — with more than 2,500 manufacturing businesses employing nearly 165,000 across our state. Major companies think so, too, with new semiconductor facilities and EV battery factories creating future-focused jobs. Millions of dollars have been committed to growing university engineering initiatives throughout the state, while thousands are engaged in registered apprenticeships and continuing education programs.
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Awarded in Aviation Workforce Development Grants by Department of Commerce
Major Advanced Manufacturing Companies
Kansas manufacturing companies are growing employment opportunities for thousands. If you’re passionate about helping to build the latest aviation technologies, global positioning systems or food innovations, your career love story begins and ends in the Sunflower State.
A Comprehensive Pathway to Career Success
Seeking an invigorating and cutting-edge career in the manufacturing industry? You’ll find a dream-come-true at Kansas State University Carl R. Ice College of Engineering, which offers an unparalleled 100% career placement rate. Enroll in one of the nation’s top 50 best engineering schools at Wichita State University or continue your education by earning an advanced certificate at the University of Kansas. Kansas’ dynamic higher education in advanced manufacturing is strengthened by the state’s groundbreaking $200 million University Engineering Initiative that launched in 2012, amplifying opportunities and internships for students.
Modern Technologies to Emerging Industries
Land a career with a growing manufacturing employer in Kansas. Spirit Aerosystems, a prominent employer in Wichita, offers a wide range of positions, from skilled CNC machinists to dedicated line operators, providing thousands of jobs. Renowned technology company Garmin expanded its Olathe facility in 2018 and was recognized as the No. 1 best employer in Kansas by Forbes in 2021 — solidifying its reputation as an exceptional career destination. You can also find growing opportunities in emerging industries, with recent expansions from Integra Technologies and Panasonic in the state. No matter where you look in Kansas, advanced manufacturing companies offer rewarding employment with unending opportunities to grow your career and innovate on new levels.
Growth, Knowledge-Sharing and Innovation
We’re home to several influential manufacturing associations that empower professionals in the industry and foster a collaborative ecosystem. The Kansas City Manufacturing Network stands out by providing leadership development programs specifically geared toward manufacturing employees, while also offering valuable connections with peers in similar roles, allowing for the exchange of best practices. The Wichita Manufacturers Association has enhanced scientific research communication in the south central Kansas region for over a decade, creating a platform for networking, building professional relationships and advancing the industry as a whole.
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