Baldwin County's second largest manufacturing employer to hire 88 additional employees by the end of 2005

Press Conference to highlight recent successes and plans for significant continued growth at Foley location of a global Fortune 500 company

Foley, Alabama (July 7, 2005) ‑ Goodrich, a global supplier of systems and services to the aerospace and defense industry, will outline their recent successes and plans for significant future growth through increased recruitment efforts in a Press Conference and Tour on Thursday July 7d', 2005 at 10:00 am at their Foley Aerostructures facilities.

 In Foley, 165 acres of land neighboring the Foley Municipal Airport houses two Goodrich Aerostructures facilities: the Alabama Service Center and the Original Equipment Manufacturer. The Alabama Service Center is a 150,000 square foot FAA‑certified repair station that specializes in the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) of aircraft nacelle components, flight controls and pylon systems. It is one of only three Goodrich Aerostructures MRO's that supports airlines worldwide. The Alabama Service Center serves over 100 customers in North and South America. Earlier this year, it was awarded two contracts, one by the U.S. Air Force to overhaul KC‑135R Stratotanker Military Tanker engine fan cowls and inlets and a second by LAN Airlines of Chile to overhaul as many as 55 thrust reversers for its Boeing 767 fleet. In 2004, the Alabama Service Center's sales grew a phenomenal 25% and they are on target for the same growth in 2005. Much of this growth can be attributed to expanding relationships with current customers and the acquisition of new customers.

 The Original Equipment Manufacturer is a 160,000 square foot final assembly facility for commercial and military aircraft. The Foley OEM builds thrust reversers for Boeing and Airbus aircraft, tail cones for Embraer regional jets and wire harnesses for many commercial and military aircraft.

 The Goodrich Aerostructures facility in Foley is home to nearly 500 employees making it the second largest employer in the City of Foley and Baldwin County's second largest manufacturing employer. By bringing in new business from operators outside the state and the country, Goodrich is securing a bright economic future for the city of Foley, Baldwin County, and Alabama as a whole. This constant growth and marked success has resulted in 94 new hires year‑to‑date. Goodrich is still looking to fill 88 additional job openings by the end of 2005. Company officials are seeking a wide range of professionals from entry-level to experience-required positions including overhaul mechanics, painters, processors, engineers, sales executives and administrative staff.

 Those seeking employment can search a list of available jobs by visiting www.foleyjobs.goodrich.com.

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