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From the Arsenal of Democracy to the Arsenal of Innovation, Michigan’s defense industry ranks high above the rest. In partnership with the Michigan Defense Center, MEDC acts as a liaison between the state and defense interests in the federal government, defense agencies, the defense industry, academia and the defense community. The Michigan Defense Center develops and offers defense specific resources to assist Michigan companies in doing business in federal contracting and the supply chain.

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Defense Industry Services

Proposal & Grant Writing

Improve your chances of winning a federal contract with this grant program that assist Michigan firms in writing a winning bid response. Grant funds can subsidize up to 50% of the cost of proposal writing services.

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Bid Targeting System

BTS is a online software that helps identify and prioritize federal contracts right for your business. With thousands of federal contracts available, BTS uses your business profile to automatically identify federal contract opportunities.

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Cybersecurity Grant Program

This comprehensive, one-stop shop provides a solution to the federal mandate, driving standardization, accountability and cost-effectiveness for Michigan’s small and medium-sized defense contractors.

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WATCH: Michigan Powers America's Defense Industry

Michigan’s strong R&D assets, infrastructure, advanced manufacturing expertise, and exceptional skilled and engineering workforce, make the state a leader in the defense-sector and related industries.

Cemone Moy of General Dynamics Land Systems

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Cemone Moy of General Dynamics Land Systems

Since 2017, Cemone has served in a variety of roles with General Dynamics Land Systems, from engineering training lead to managing a team in International Sustainment Programs. She shares the path that took her from Michigan to the skies as a Delta flight attendant and back home again, where she contributes to the state’s Defense Corridor.

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Top Michigan Defense Contractors

Mission Focused. Michigan Made.

Michigan is where the automotive industry got its start. More than 100 years later, it’s still the global center and nexus of commercial automotive, electrification and military vehicle technology. Locating in Michigan is an opportunity for your company to connect to the next generation of vehicle innovation and cybersecurity leaders, as well as leverage world-class research, talent, manufacturing and technology assets.

MEDC leads the state's Protect and Grow Initiative, a comprehensive statewide effort for Michigan’s Defense, Defense Aerospace and Homeland Security Sectors. 

Why Michigan for Defense

Michigan's National Security Defense Industry Assets

From the Upper Peninsula to South East Michigan, Department of Defense and Department of Homeland Security defense industry assets can be found across the state.

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Did you Know?

Michigan’s defense sector supports more than 116,000 Michigan jobs.

Michigan’s defense sector supports more than 116,000 Michigan jobs.

Michigan is #1 for military vehicle production in the U.S.

Michigan is #1 for military vehicle production in the U.S.

Michigan is home to the nation’s largest ground vehicle defense companies and U.S. DoD major industry such as General Dynamics Land Systems, BAE Systems, GE Aviation, GM Defense, and more.

Michigan is home to the nation’s largest ground vehicle defense companies and U.S. DoD major industry such as General Dynamics Land Systems, BAE Systems, GE Aviation, GM Defense, and more.

Nearly 4,000 Michigan business are currently serving the defense, defense aerospace and homeland security industries.

Nearly 4,000 Michigan business are currently serving the defense, defense aerospace and homeland security industries.

The defense industry contributes $30 billion in economic activity for the state of Michigan. In 2020, the economic impact of defense spending to Michigan was up 8%.

The defense industry contributes $30 billion in economic activity for the state of Michigan. In 2020, the economic impact of defense spending to Michigan was up 8%.

The Michigan National Guard boasts five major installations and additional armories, including the National All-Domain Training Center in Grayling, and one of the largest Air National Guard bases in the nation at Selfridge in Macomb County.

The Michigan National Guard boasts five major installations and additional armories, including the National All-Domain Training Center in Grayling, and one of the largest Air National Guard bases in the nation at Selfridge in Macomb County.

Connect with APEX Accelerators, Michigan's Government Contracting Experts

Michigan Alliance of APEX Accelerators is a not-for-profit organization made up of 10 different offices across the State of Michigan, which are dedicated to helping businesses understand and succeed in the government marketplace.

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Defense News & Success Stories

Michigan Displays Defense Prowess with Military Exercise

The country’s largest National Guard Bureau-sponsored military exercise took place across Northern Michigan with over 7,000 participants from 25 states, one territory and four international partners.
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Great Lakes Sound & Vibration

Defense manufacturer, Great Lakes Sound & Vibration, breaks sales goals and expands with assistance from Michigan Economic Development Corporation to support military contracts and international trade.
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JetCo Solutions

JetCo is a full-service government sales consulting firm that covers the entire government sales and marketing lifecycle – from research and bid writing through complete government capture services.
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Northern Wings Repair

From their meager beginnings in a pole barn in the Upper Peninsula, Northern Wings has discovered that with the help and support of MEDC and its network of partners, the sky is the limit for its continued success.
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Army Vehicle Redesign Taps into Michigan Innovation

General Dynamics Land Systems and American Rheinmetall Vehicles will compete in the final round to replace the Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle, reinforcing Michigan’s leadership in the defense industry.
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Michigan is an Industry Leader

Mobility and Automotive Manufacturing

Michigan is the past, present and future of the global automotive industry.

Engineering Design and Development

As the world leader in automotive and mobility R&D, Michigan is driving the next generation of industry innovation.

Professional and Corporate Services

Companies continue to choose Michigan to locate their headquarters and businesses, tapping into the concentration of talent available for professional and corporate services industries.

Advanced Manufacturing

Michigan is building on its rich manufacturing heritage and technological know-how to develop the innovative, high-tech products of the future.

Life Sciences & Medical Devices

Michigan’s manufacturing prowess and core of world-class medical device companies make the state a top tier location for medical device development and manufacturing.

Tech

Michigan is leading the way in developing innovative solutions for protecting the security of systems and people across the state, country and world.

Semiconductor

Home to the largest producer of polysilicon in the U.S., Michigan’s ability to support the semiconductor industry extends from being the global epicenter of the automotive industry.

Clean Energy

From the manufacturing of electric vehicle charging stations to solar panels and wind turbines, Michigan is a national leader in clean energy investments.