OHIO DEFENSE INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION
The Ohio Defense Industry Association is the only statewide organization established to support and grow the defense industry throughout Ohio.
Member-Driven
Developing consensus policies and collective action on issues impacting members
Effective Advocacy
Advocating at all levels of government for Ohio’s defense companies
United Voice
Enhancing industry unity and effectiveness across Ohio and in Washington, D.C.
Guided by Experts
Defense professionals provide invaluable counsel to ODIA leadership
ODIA Mission
To support and promote Ohio’s defense industry and advance public policy that positively impacts our members and warfighters.
“National security is a team sport and Ohio is a key player on that team. You support our workforce and provide our workforce to accomplish that mission.”
Lt. Gen. Carl E. Schaefer
Deputy commander Air Force Materiel Command at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
Ohio Is Key To U.S. National Security
25+
Installations, National Guard Stations & More
291,000*
Defense-Related Contracts Awarded
3,260*
Contractor Companies
Ohio Defense Industry Impact
5.9%
of Ohio’s Economy
$69B
Gross Output
$40B
Economic Impact
380,500
Total Jobs
Source: Ohio Military & Federal Fact Book 2021, JobsOhio / *FY 2015 – H1 2020