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List of aerospace and defence companies in Turkey

Tamtam tracks 83 aerospace and defence companies headquartered in Turkey. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Aselsan, Turkish Aerospace and Turkish Technic. Their median headcount is 890. Half of them were founded in 1986 or later. The most common headquarters are Ankara (16) and Istanbul (9).

🇹🇷 Turkey50 companiesUpdated Nov 12, 2026

These Turkish aerospace and defence companies are primarily large, established firms specializing in a range of advanced technologies. Aselsan provides defense electronics, Turkish Aerospace develops aircraft and space systems, and ROKETSAN designs rockets and missiles. TÜBİTAK is a key research council, while Baykar Technologies focuses on unmanned systems and smart munitions.

The companies show a strong concentration in defense and space manufacturing, with significant activity in aviation and related component manufacturing. Many of these firms, such as Aselsan (founded 1975) and Turkish Aerospace (founded 1973), were established in the 1970s and 1980s, indicating a period of strategic investment and growth in Turkey's defense capabilities. Headquarters are notably clustered in Ankara and Istanbul.

#CompanyIndustryHeadquarters EmployeesFounded
1
Aselsanaselsan.com

Large scale defense electronics provider specializing in communication, radar, electronic warfare, electro-optics, unmanned systems, weapon platforms, air defense, and medical technology integration.

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Mehmet Akif Ersoy 21,021 1975
2
Turkish Aerospacetusas.com

A Turkish aerospace and defense firm specializing in the development, production, integration, and support of aircraft, helicopters, drones, and space systems

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Ankara 12,576 1973
3
Turkish Technicturkishtechnic.com

Leading aviation services provider offering maintenance, repair, overhaul, modification, and component pooling services with a highly qualified workforce at multiple airport facilities worldwide

Airlines and Aviation 🇹🇷 Pendik 7,735 1933
4
ROKETSANroketsan.com.tr

Designing, developing, manufacturing rockets and missiles as a leading national institution focused on defense industry advancements.

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Ankara 6,196 1988
5
TÜBİTAKtubitak.gov.tr

Leading autonomous research council in Turkey, advancing science and technology through funding, conducting research, and supporting researchers to promote national development and innovation

Research Services 🇹🇷 Ankara 4,911 1963
6
TEI - TUSAŞ Engine Industries, Inc.tei.com.tr

A global design center and manufacturer in the aviation industry, specializing in producing high-quality engine parts and modules since 1985

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Eskişehir 4,460 1985
7
Baykar Technologiest.me

Specializing in high-performance unmanned systems, we design, manufacture, and deliver UAVs and smart munitions for field operations, emphasizing innovation and multidisciplinary collaboration

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Istanbul 4,025 1982
8
HAVELSANhavelsan.com

Defense and information technology software integrator specializing in command systems, war management, simulation, autonomous platforms, cyber security, homeland security and e-government technologies.

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Çankaya 3,634 1982
9
NUROL HOLDİNG A.Ş.nurol.com.tr

A family-founded business with a focus on construction and contracting, with over 40 establishments worldwide and a commitment to high-quality products and services

Holding Companies 🇹🇷 Cankaya 3,502 1966
10
Karelkarel.com.tr

Leading technology firm in Türkiye excelling in defense industry, communication systems, automotive technologies, electronic production, and emerging technologies with a focus on innovation and R&D

Technology, Information and Internet 🇹🇷 Istanbul 2,666 1986
11
Adcoadco.com.tr

Specializing in petroleum additives, oil & gas services, and lubricants for defense & aeronautics, with a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction

Oil and Gas 🇹🇷 Istanbul 2,356 1977
12
BMC Otomotiv San. ve Tic. A.Ş.bmc.com.tr

A leading manufacturer of commercial and military vehicles, providing specialized solutions for automotive and defense industries with a wide product range and advanced manufacturing technology

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Izmir 2,266 1964
13
OTOKAR Otomotiv ve Savunma Sanayi A.Ş.otokar.com.tr

A Turkish company offers custom solutions in mass transportation, logistics, and defense industries, producing buses, armored vehicles, and tower systems with proprietary technology

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Sakarya 2,260 n/a
14
TÜBİTAK BİLGEMen.bilgem.tubitak.gov.tr

A national R&D center specializing in information security, advanced electronics, and IT technologies through strategic partnerships, developing high-value technologies and products for competitiveness

Research Services 🇹🇷 Gebze 2,230 2010
15
Makine ve Kimya Endüstrisi A.Ş.mke.gov.tr

A longstanding organization specializing in defense industry products, providing high-quality weapons, ammunition, and military equipment, aiming to enhance Turkey's defense capabilities

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Ankara 1,800 1453
16
Türksat Uydu Haberleşme Kablo TV ve İşletme A.Ş.turksat.com.tr

A leading satellite operator offering services in satellite communications, cable broadcasting, and IT fields in Turkey and worldwide

Telecommunications 🇹🇷 Ankara 1,706 2004
17
Kordsakordsa.com

A global leader in reinforcement technologies, with expertise in tire, construction, and composite reinforcement materials and processes

Textile Manufacturing 🇹🇷 İzmit 1,636 n/a
18
STMstm.com.tr

Provides high technology project management, engineering, and consultancy services for military systems, developing domestic software and platforms for defense industry procurement operations.

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Ankara 1,537 1991
19
YDA Groupyda.com.tr

A construction group with over half a century of experience in infrastructure projects, real estate development, aviation, healthcare, energy, and more

Construction 🇹🇷 Ankara 1,263 n/a
20
TÜBİTAK SAGEsage.tubitak.gov.tr

Leading defense research institute specializing in developing high-tech defense technologies, products, and services through research, development, and collaboration with national and international organizations

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Mamak 1,025 1972
21
NETAŞnetas.com.tr

Develops end-to-end IT infrastructure and telecom technologies including cloud computing, 5G equipment, cybersecurity, and smart mobile devices for diverse sectors.

Telecommunications 🇹🇷 Istanbul 1,008 1967
22
Alp Havacılıkalp.com.tr

Established in 1998, the company shapes the aerospace and space industry with its technology, experience, unique capabilities, and professional approach, preferred by leading global partners

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Eskişehir 955 1998
23
Kale Grubukalegrubu.com.tr

A diversified conglomerate operating in building materials, building chemicals, and defense/aerospace sectors, with a global presence and focus on sustainability and societal contributions

Wholesale Building Materials 🇹🇷 Levent 936 1957
24
myTECHNICmytechnic.aero

myTECHNIC offers maintenance and repair services for global carriers in Europe, CIS, Middle East, and Africa with extensive hangar and engine shop facilities

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Istanbul 891 2007
25
FNSS Savunma Sistemleri A.Ş.fnss.com.tr

Specializes in designing and producing armoured combat vehicles, combat engineering vehicles, turrets, and sustainability solutions for global users

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Ankara 890 1989

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26
Turkish Air Forcehvkk.tsk.tr

Specializing in air defense and security, the organization based in Ankara prevents threats through superior speed and force, ensuring victory with minimal casualties

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Ankara 810 1911
27
SSB - Savunma Sanayii Başkanlığı / Secretariat of Defence Industriesssb.gov.tr

The organization is responsible for establishing policies related to defense industry infrastructure and implementing them under the authority of the Presidency of the Republic of Turkey

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Ankara 810 1985
28
TCI Aircraft Interiorstci.aero

Global provider of innovative aircraft interiors with exceptional engineering skills, focusing on design, testing, production, and after-sales services for cabin interior systems

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Pendik 739 2010
29
BİTES - Defence & Aerospace Technologiesbites.com.tr

National high-tech defense industry and information technologies firm developing next-generation solutions for various industries with a focus on cutting-edge technologies and innovative products

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Çankaya 683 2005
30
CANiKcanikarms.com

Specializes in defense manufacturing, producing light weapons and heavy machine guns Recently acquired a British company for medium caliber auto cannon development

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Istanbul 671 1998
31
Coşkunöz Holdingcoskunozholding.com.tr

Specializing in automotive sub-industry, the company generates added value with investments in domestic and international aviation sectors since 1950

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Bursa 640 1950
32
Havelsan Teknoloji Radar (HTR)htr.com.tr

The company specializes in radar systems, software development, electronics security, harness manufacturing, and electronics card assembly for production purposes

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Ankara 630 1990
33
AselsanNET Ltd.aselsannet.com.tr

providing sales, survey, installation, system setup, and service activities for electronic and communication needs of civilian institutions and users

Telecommunications 🇹🇷 Ankara 614 2004
34
Nurol Makinanurolmakina.com.tr

Steel construction and machinery production specialist focusing on industrial plants and armored military vehicles within the defense industry sector from Ankara facilities.

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Ankara 565 n/a
35
TÜBİTAK BİLGEMgov.tr

Advanced research center specializing in informatics and information security, dedicated to enhancing knowledge and innovation in the field

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Kocaeli 554 n/a
36
Mavi Gök Airlinesmga.aero

An aviation business based in Antalya, providing line maintenance services globally with a focus on quality, offering air taxi and airline services with a diverse fleet of aircraft

Airlines and Aviation 🇹🇷 Barbaros 540 2007
37
Aselsan Konyaaselsankonya.com

Defense systems production and product development facility meeting Turkish Armed Forces needs through national resources as a joint venture between domestic defense partners.

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Selçuklu 528 2018
38
ASFAT (Military Factory and Shipyard Management Inc.)asfat.com.tr

Manages production, maintenance, and modernization services across twenty-seven military factories and ten naval shipyards for international defense contracts and strategic project integration.

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Çankaya 491 2018
39
Koluman Otomotiv Endüstri A.Ş.kolumanotomotiv.com

An automotive business operating in Turkey under the Koluman Group, situated in Mersin, specializing in the industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Mersin 488 1965
40
Pasifik Holdingpasifik.com

A diversified group with expertise in real estate, construction, logistics, international trade, manufacturing, and technology, creating value, supporting exports, and fostering economic development

Holding Companies 🇹🇷 Ankara 484 2008
41
Sedef Shipyardsedefshipyard.com

Leading shipyard in Turkey with extensive production facilities, dry docks, and steel processing capacity for building a variety of vessels including military and offshore platforms

Shipbuilding 🇹🇷 Istanbul 475 1972
42
Pavo Grouppavo-group.com

A group of companies with over 20 years of experience striving to enhance safety, value, and sustainability on a global scale

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Istanbul 468 n/a
43
Meteksan Savunmameteksan.com

Specializing in high-tech defense products, this organization develops radar, surveillance, communication, and acoustic systems for military and security forces, while also supporting education through scholarships

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Ankara 449 2006
44
BMC Powerbmcpower.com.tr

Specializes in designing, developing, producing, testing, and qualifying domestic and national power packages for vehicles within the BMC product range

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Istanbul 430 2017
45
REPKONrepkon.com.tr

Provider of complete production plants and key metal forming machines for global market, renowned for innovative solutions and exceptional performance

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Istanbul 420 1978
46
TUBITAK UZAYuzay.tubitak.gov.tr

Specializing in space technologies, electronics, and information technologies Leading R&D projects, small satellite design, and fostering international collaboration in space

Research Services 🇹🇷 Ankara 418 1985
47
ATAataarms.com

Leading firearms manufacturer and exporter from Turkey, pioneering innovative shotgun and rifle designs exported to 75+ countries worldwide

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Çekmeköy 398 1955
48
Nurol Teknolojinurolteknoloji.com

Specializes in producing advanced ballistic ceramics and hybrid protective armor solutions for security forces worldwide, utilizing cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Gölbaşı 374 2008
49
CTechctech.com.tr

Specializing in Defense, Security, Aerospace, Telecom, and Broadcasting, we offer products and solutions in Avionic Systems, Communication, Cyber Security, and Modeling-Simulation technologies

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Kurtköy 373 2005
50
Savroniksavronik.com.tr

Specializing in defense industry, transportation, information systems, and more, the company develops innovative solutions through technology integration and R&D

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇹🇷 Eskişehir 372 1986

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Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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