The forecast for employment in the UK’s manufacture of air and spacecraft and related machinery sector shows a steady upward trend from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 107,320 full-time equivalents in 2024, the sector is expected to grow slightly each year, reaching 111,380 by 2028. Year-on-year, this represents modest percentage increases, with employment growing consistently but incrementally. In 2023, employment stood slightly below the 2024 figure, illustrating ongoing gradual recovery and expansion.

Future trends to watch include:

The impact of technological advancements on workforce requirements.
Potential shifts in global demand and supply chains affecting employment scales.
The effect of UK government aerospace initiatives and Brexit developments on the sector.