Hill Air Force Base | Layton City Economic Development

Utah’s Upcoming Statewide Virtual Job Fair Targets Job Seekers

Community Development, Economic Development, Economic News, Hill Air Force Base | employers, job fair, job-seekers, Utah jobs, Virtual Job Fair

While virtual job fairs lack some in-person energy, the efficiency and reach of Utah’s upcoming Statewide Virtual Job Fair on January 8, 2026, definitely makes the time invested worthwhile. If you’re actively job hunting (or even exploring), the potential for direct employer interactions promises to outweigh your time spent. Many past participants report meaningful connections […]

Mark Your Calendar: Utah Aerospace and Defense Day Approaching

Business Resources and Information, Economic Development, Economic News, Hill Air Force Base | 47G, aerospace, build partnerships, cyber businesses, defense, Hill Air Force Base, networking, technology showcase, Utah Aerospace and Defense Day, Utah State Capitol

The Utah Aerospace & Defense Day on the Hill is an annual networking and technology showcase event hosted by 47G — dedicated to fostering Utah’s ecosystem for aerospace, defense, and cyber businesses. It brings together industry leaders, startups, academic institutions, and government officials to highlight innovations, facilitate policy discussions, and build partnerships in the sector. […]

Why Aerospace Contractors are locating to Layton, Utah

Business Resources and Information, Economic Development, Economic News, Hill Air Force Base | 47G, aerospace contractors, ES3, F-35 Lightning II program, Hill Air Force Base, Janicki Industries, KIHOMAC, Layton, Northrup Grumman, Rantec, Utah, Utah Aerospace Pathways program, Utah APEX Accelerator, Utah Manufacturing Modernization Grant, WesTest

Layton, Utah is directly adjacent to and has historically provided primary access to Hill Air Force Base (Hill AFB), Utah’s largest single-site employer with over 26,000 employees and a $12.76 billion annual economic impact. Hill AFB facilitates seamless partnerships on defense contracts, aircraft maintenance, including the F-35 Lightning II program, and testing at the adjacent […]

Utah’s Leading Industry Role Marked: 47G Aerospace/Defense Event

Business Resources and Information, Economic Development, Economic News, Hill Air Force Base | 47G, cybersecurity, defense innovation, Defense Tech, energy resilience, Grid Security, Jen Easterly, national security, Nikki Haley, Peyton Manning, Space Economy, Utah Aerospace and Defense, Zero Gravity Summit

The 47G convention, officially called the Zero Gravity Summit, took place on Tuesday, November 4, and Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. This exciting two-day event, hosted by 47G (Utah Aerospace and Defense), was billed as one of the nation’s premier gatherings for national security, cybersecurity, […]

BreakLine Helps Veterans, Military Spouses Land Tech Jobs in Utah

Business Resources and Information, Community Development, Economic Development, Economic News, Hill Air Force Base | Bethany Coates, BreakLine, military spouses, Talent Ready Utah, Tech Jobs, Utah jobs, Veterans

Veterans face numerous challenges when seeking employment at technology companies after military service, often finding the job search process complex. BreakLine, a social venture, supports job seekers in transitioning to new careers by connecting them with employers building high-performing teams. BreakLine’s talent advocates help translate military skills into experience that resonates with private-sector recruiters. […]

Dynamic Aerospace Presentations Await at USU and 47G Industry Day

Business Resources and Information, Economic Development, Economic News, Hill Air Force Base | 47G Industry Day, Aerospace Engineering, Hypersonic vehicles, nuclear reactor materials, robotics, Satellite geolocation, Swarm Formation Dynamics, Urban Air Mobility, Utah State University Engineering

When: Wednesday, August 6 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM MDT Where: Zoom You won’t want to miss the upcoming dynamic, rapid-fire presentations from Utah State University’s top engineering faculty, sharing their industry-leading findings to members of the 47G community. A convenient Zoom connection provides your front-row seat to the technologies shaping the future of […]