MS&T in Central Florida Featured in Insight Magazine

Posted on October 7, 2013 in General News,

Central Florida Simulation & Training Industry – Home in Central Florida

As published in Insight Magazine (October 2, 2013)

The US military organizations in Orlando (Army, Navy, Marines and Air Force) are at the core of a Simulation and Training industry that contributes over $4.8 billion to Florida’s Gross State product.  Close to 30,000 high tech jobs, with salaries averaging $70,000 per year, directly support the industry.  When combined with indirect and induced jobs, the industry employs over 60,000. The military presence is critical if Orlando is to maintain and grow this industry.  In the President’s 2012 budget, the administration requested two rounds of base realignment and closure (BRAC).  Is Central Florida at risk?  What can be done to protect this vital industry?

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