Sterling G. Wharton

Senior Aerospace Policy Analyst

Aerospace Innovation

I specialize in evaluating Georgia’s aerospace competitiveness against global manufacturing hubs through rigorous comparative analysis.

Work by Sterling G. Wharton

University-to-Industry Pathways for Aerospace Research in Georgia

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University-to-Industry Pathways for Aerospace Research in Georgia

A practical guide to moving Georgia aerospace research from university labs into pilots, partnerships,...

May 21, 2026, 10 minute read

How Georgia’s Aerospace Cluster Supports Applied Technology Commercialization

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How Georgia’s Aerospace Cluster Supports Applied Technology Commercialization

Explore how Georgia’s aerospace cluster turns research into commercial products through assets, partnerships,...

Apr 15, 2026, 10 minute read

Aerospace Workforce Innovation: Skills Georgia Companies Will Need Next

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Aerospace Workforce Innovation: Skills Georgia Companies Will Need Next

Analyze the aerospace skills Georgia employers will need next, from digital manufacturing to MRO, and how...

Feb 4, 2026, 11 minute read