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This article presents a quarterly round-up of the latest trends in the aerospace, defense & security industry regarding AI. It provides an overview of recent developments in AI-related deals, talent acquisition, and patent filings within the aerospace, defense & security industry.
Diverse applications of artificial intelligence in aerospace, defense & security industry
Defence companies are increasingly leveraging advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to enhance their operational capabilities and innovate their business models. Recent patents highlight significant developments, such as a method for training pose estimators that improves object recognition and tracking, and a media playback system utilizing drones for dynamic media presentations. Additionally, automated frame skipping techniques enhance surveillance efficiency for unmanned aerial vehicles, while systems for assessing remaining energy in electric aircraft optimize flight operations. These innovations not only streamline processes but also improve decision-making and resource management, positioning these companies to better meet the demands of modern defence applications.
The industry experienced a 16% decline in the number of AI-related patent applications in Q2 2024 compared with the previous quarter. On an annual basis, the number of AI-related patent applications in the aerospace, defense & security industry witnessed a rise of 9% compared with Q2 2023.
Strategic deal trends in artificial intelligence in aerospace, defense & security industry
Aerospace, Defense & Security companies are not only focusing on innovation to enhance their patent portfolios but are also making strategic investments in AI. These investments aim to secure lucrative deals with partners and position themselves at the forefront of industry advancements. Some of the recent deals underscore the importance of AI in the aerospace, defense & security industry.
In Q2 2024, the number of AI-related deals in the aerospace, defense & security industry grew by 150% compared with Q2 2023. On a quarterly basis, there was 200% increase in the number of deals in Q2 2024 compared with the previous quarter.
Impact on hiring
In terms of new job posting, in Q2 2024, the aerospace, defense & security industry experienced a 30% growth compared with the previous quarter. On an annual basis, job postings also grew by 117%. Notably, computer and mathematical occupations, with a share of 29%, emerged as the top AI-related job roles within the aerospace, defense & security industry in Q2 2024, with new job postings rising by 42% quarter-on-quarter. Architecture and engineering occupations came in second with a share of 12% in Q2 2024, with new job postings rising by 36% over the previous quarter. The other prominent AI roles include management occupations with a 9% share in Q2 2024, and business and financial operations occupations with a 6% share of new job postings.
General Dynamics, Huntington Ingalls Industries, Boeing, CAE, and EDGE Group are among the top companies leading in AI hiring within the aerospace, defense & security industry.
Countries driving adoption of artificial intelligence in aerospace, defense & security industry
The US is the leading country in AI adoption within the aerospace, defense & security industry, boasting the highest number of AI-related patents, jobs, and deals. Meanwhile, China, South Korea, the UK and Australia also maintain significant positions in AI adoption within the aerospace, defense & security industry.
In conclusion, AI is driving innovation in the aerospace, defense & security industry, with increased patent filings, strategic deals, and significant growth in AI-related job postings, particularly in the US. Companies like General Dynamics and Boeing are leading AI adoption, enhancing operations and decision-making.
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