The aerospace industry is the business sector involved in manufacturing of aircrafts, missile and space vehicles, engines for aircrafts and space vehicles, propulsion units, and other auxiliary parts. This sector is one of the most dynamic and lucrative industries in the world, with a market value of 450 billion USD. Due to its privileged geographic location, and trade agreements Mexico´s role in the industry has grown. Through the secretary of economy, the mexican government published "Pro-Aereo 2012-2020", a strategic program for the aerospace industry. By 2020, this program aims to place Mexico among the top ten suppliers of the industry worldwide, export 12 million direct dollars per year and generate 11,000 direct jobs.
