Aerospace & Defense

The A&D industry is facing operational nuances with long lead times and unavailability of materials. The growing complexity of the supply chain has compelled the U.S. to explore alternative sources for parts. No matter the scale, our extensive experience in the A&D supply chain empowers clients to boost productivity, ensure quality, meet deadlines and manage risks effectively. Our teams possess deep experience in areas such as product development, complexity reduction, supply chain configuration, manufacturing efficiency, procurement and supply chain management and logistics.

As technologies continue to progress, many A&D companies are struggling to keep up. Private investment in the A&D industry is decreasing due to high interest rates. There is continued growth for reinvestment into space technology. Our digital plan enables your goals and better prepares you for digital transformation. With our structured approach, we help streamline system implementation, including design, testing, data conversion, third-party integration, customization and project management.

To create more energy-efficient designs, more sustainable products and field assistants for engineers, A&D companies are using generative artificial intelligence (AI). We can assist you in evaluating your AI readiness by examining not just the technological factors, but also your strategic alignment and workforce preparedness, ensuring a comprehensive, safe, and responsible approach to AI adoption.

A&D manufacturers are proving to be resilient, with a strong focus on innovative solutions to manufacturing and supply chain challenges. IFS recognizes the needs for software with engineer-to-order (ETO), program and project capabilities and other industry-specific requirements. With unparalleled knowledge of market issues and agility to respond, IFS can optimize the asset lifecycle in a commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) software solution with transformational technology that can adapt and grow as required.

Defense contractors and the entire government contracting supply chain are grappling with intricate cybersecurity regulations. The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) was released to help enforce cybersecurity expectations across the industry. We help build sustainable CMMC compliance for Department of Defense contractors by helping your organization think through the level and scope of CMMC requirements. We work with you to fulfill your compliance duties, from CMMC adherence to the escalating supply chain risk management responsibilities mandated by section 889.

Securing a government contract often involves adhering to rigorous requirements, which can impact your profitability. Our practice leaders draw from a diverse cross section of expertise and experiences to help win government contracts. Government contractors must be prepared to handle and manage the strict regulations that come with working within the government sector. We help businesses remain agile to innovate and constantly keep up with changes in regulation, government audits, investigations and contractor business systems.

Organizations face a multitude of emerging regulations and increasing risks surrounding their sustainability disclosures. As environmental, social and governance (ESG) moves from a voluntary opportunity to a compliance process, companies must navigate how to prepare their data collection and reporting for materiality, accuracy and assurance. Baker Tilly provides critical support across the lifecycle from baselining emissions, to setting goals and developing strategies to decarbonize, to assurance and reporting.

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have been a crucial strategy for companies in the aerospace and defense sectors to navigate challenges, seize opportunities and maintain a competitive edge. In any transaction, tax considerations can offer both opportunities and challenges. Crafting a transaction structure that satisfies all parties can be a complex endeavor. Our specialists have expertise with many types of transactions, including acquisition, joint venture, restructuring, refinancing, disposition and capital-related events.

Although sophisticated hacking poses a legitimate threat to organizations, it is seldom the primary cause of a data breach. The most effective way to mitigate a cybersecurity breach is to prevent one from happening. By implementing proactive controls, organizations can minimize the chance of falling victim to a ransomware attack. Our specialists help review your organization's cybersecurity profile to safeguard information and protect the organization's value.