Really solid data work here, especially the per-FTE analysis which cuts through raw headcount bias. The defense/aerospace pipeline density is fascinating because it suggests deep technical expertise transfers better than pure research credentials. I've seen similar patterns in US defense tech, where folks from Palantir or Anduril's early days spin off with way more operational context than pure acadmics.
We're actually preparing a space tech content piece, and we've already found out that several senior space tech leaders left to start their own companies in automotive, energy, and AI-driven sectors. That means space tech and skills can be transferred into terrestrial industries.
Really solid data work here, especially the per-FTE analysis which cuts through raw headcount bias. The defense/aerospace pipeline density is fascinating because it suggests deep technical expertise transfers better than pure research credentials. I've seen similar patterns in US defense tech, where folks from Palantir or Anduril's early days spin off with way more operational context than pure acadmics.
We're actually preparing a space tech content piece, and we've already found out that several senior space tech leaders left to start their own companies in automotive, energy, and AI-driven sectors. That means space tech and skills can be transferred into terrestrial industries.