Top 10 Top Aerospace & Defense ERP Systems of 2025 🚀

When evaluating the top aerospace and defense ERP systems for 2025, it’s important to establish the criteria used to define and rank these solutions. This list focuses strictly on ERP products rather than the companies or publishers behind them. Additionally, the rankings consider businesses of all sizes—small, mid-sized, and large enterprises—so the applicability of a particular system will vary based on the specific needs of each organization. While some ERP solutions may appear at the top of the list, that does not necessarily mean they are the right fit for every company. Instead, this ranking aims to highlight where each system excels within the aerospace and defense sector, taking into account factors such as industry specialization, business model alignment, and scalability. Therefore, it’s essential to carefully follow the commentary, as each system will be discussed in terms of its suitability for different segments within the industry.

Aerospace and defense is a broad industry that encompasses multiple distinct business models, each with its own ERP requirements. For instance, OEMs operate under a completely different structure compared to Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers. While OEMs typically require large-scale manufacturing capabilities, robust supply chain management, and comprehensive compliance features, suppliers may prioritize leaner, more agile ERP solutions that align with subcontracting and component manufacturing processes. Beyond manufacturers, service providers, consulting firms, and companies handling metal and plastic parts all have unique needs in terms of workflow automation, compliance requirements such as AS9100 certification, and project-based management capabilities like WBS functionality. Given these differences, the ERP system that best suits one business model may not necessarily work for another, reinforcing the importance of selecting a solution based on specific operational demands.

To ensure a fair and relevant ranking, we have considered several key variables when compiling this list of top ERP systems for aerospace and defense. These include market share within the industry, acquisition strategies that demonstrate a focus on aerospace and defense, product roadmaps that indicate long-term commitment, community ecosystems that support user adoption, win rates in securing contracts, overall technology strategy, and the backing of investors. ERP providers that actively acquire and develop products tailored for aerospace and defense receive higher rankings due to their strategic commitment to the sector. By analyzing these factors, this list aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the most impactful ERP systems available in 2025, helping businesses make informed decisions based on their size, business model, and operational requirements. Now, let’s take a closer look at the top ERP systems for aerospace and defense.

The list covered as part of this video:
10. IQMS/DELMIAWorks
9. Deltek
8. Rootstock
7. Infor CloudSuite Industrial
6. Oracle Cloud ERP
5. SAP S/4 HANA
4. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations
3. IFS
2. Epicor Kinetic
1. Infor CloudSuite LN

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