StandardAero announces third expansion in Cincinnati
CINCINNATI – June 2, 2025 – StandardAero, a leading independent provider of aerospace engine aftermarket services including maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), is expanding its operations in Sharonville, Ohio, to nearly 11 acres. This third expansion, in partnership with REDI Cincinnati, JobsOhio and the City of Sharonville, is expected to add 300 new jobs, increasing the total workforce of StandardAero’s Cincinnati facility to over 1,000 employees.
StandardAero’s Sharonville, Ohio, location operates a major aerospace component repair facility specializing in engine component MRO services for both commercial and military aircraft. The new jobs will primarily consist of machinists, parts inspectors and bench operators.
“We are proud to partner with REDI Cincinnati and JobsOhio, and we remain committed to the ongoing growth and development of the Cincinnati aerospace sector,” said Kim Ashmun, president of Component Repair Services (CRS) at StandardAero. “This partnership not only supports the expansion of our operations but also strengthens our ability to invest in our people—our most valuable asset.”
Tim Mathis, vice president and general manager of the CRS Cincinnati facility, added, “We have a great team whose talent and dedication drive our success every day. I’m excited about this partnership, as it not only supports our future expansion but also creates new opportunities for our people to grow and thrive.”
“Sharonville’s City Council and I are proud to support this company’s expansion and help facilitate its growth right here in our community. It is an exciting win-win for our business community and our residents,” said Mayor Kevin Hardman.
“StandardAero plays a critical role in Cincinnati’s Aerospace sector, which has a gross regional product of $7.8 billion and supports more than 30,000 workers,” said Kimm Lauterbach, president and CEO of REDI Cincinnati. “The company strengthens a regional network of innovation and manufacturing by partnering with hundreds of Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers—critical links in the supply chain that enhances Cincinnati’s position as a global aerospace leader.”
“This announcement is the culmination of months of dialogue, planning, and collaboration, bringing together stakeholders from the company and local community to REDI Cincinnati and the state of Ohio. We are grateful to StandardAero’s continued commitment to our community and the associated job growth that will follow,” said Sharonville Economic Development Director David McCandless.
“StandardAero is a global leader in aerospace maintenance, repair and overhaul that consistently chooses to expand in Sharonville, demonstrating its ongoing confidence in Ohio’s workforce,” said JobsOhio President and CEO J.P. Nauseef. “This third expansion at StandardAero’s Hamilton County campus brings 300 new jobs and further fortifies Ohio’s position at the forefront of strengthening both commercial and military aviation worldwide.”
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StandardAero is a leading independent pure-play provider of aerospace engine aftermarket services for fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft, serving the commercial, military and business aviation end markets. StandardAero provides a comprehensive suite of critical, value-added aftermarket solutions, including engine maintenance, repair and overhaul, engine component repair, on-wing and field service support, asset management and engineering solutions. StandardAero is an NYSE listed company under the ticker symbol SARO. For more information about StandardAero, go to www.standardaero.com.
About JobsOhio
JobsOhio, Ohio’s private nonprofit economic development corporation, enhances company growth and personnel development through business attraction, retention, and expansion across ten competitive industry sectors. With a team of seasoned professionals, JobsOhio utilizes a comprehensive network to foster talent production in targeted industries and attract talent through Find Your Ohio. Collaborating with seven regional partners, including Dayton Development Coalition, Lake to River Economic Development, Ohio Southeast Economic Development, One Columbus, REDI Cincinnati, Regional Growth Partnership, and Team NEO, JobsOhio delivers world-class customer service to provide companies with a competitive advantage. Learn more at www.jobsohio.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.