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Financing for Aerospace, Defense & Government Service (ADGS) Contractors

Experienced professionals committed to every ADGS client

Experienced bankers. Local relationships. Full-spectrum coverage. That’s what you can expect with Truist as your financing partner.

Our expertise

See how Truist is the ideal banking partner for ADGS contractors, including those working with the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and federal civilian agencies.

Commercial banking platform

  • Over 100 years of combined experience banking with U.S. federal contractors
  • Dedicated industry verticals and consultancies across aerospace, defense, and government services
  • Diverse financial solutions that span all subsectors and help thousands of ADGS contractors thrive

Truist Bank financing solutions

  • Professionals focused solely on industry coverage and transaction execution
  • Deep financing expertise to support M&A financing, working capital, equipment financing, and owner-occupied real estate
  • Strong platform integration with Truist’s Investment Bank and Industry Advisory teams

Treasury & payment services

  • Solutions-oriented Treasury professionals who tailor offerings to ADGS client needs
  • Treasury tools that help manage working capital and cash flow to support growth, improve profitability, and drive enterprise value
  • Dedicated onboarding team to oversee and coordinate implementation every step of the way

Aerospace, Defense, and Government Services

  • Industry-focused bankers who understand the challenges and growth drivers in the U.S. federal contracting marketplace
  • Billions of dollars committed in aggregate financing to several hundred U.S. government contractors
  • Experts to advise you on credit structure, product, and process delivery

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Financing highlights

Our transactional expertise on capital and strategic alternatives moves ADGS firms like these forward. 

$44,500,000

ADGS Senior Credit Facilities

$72,500,000

ADGS Senior Credit Facilities

$85,000,000

ADGS Senior Credit Facilities

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Client stories Taking a defense contractor to new heights

When Albers Aerospace needed a bank that could help them level up, Truist led the way.

Learn how Truist team members helped Albers Aerospace create an acquisition strategy, secure financing, and take their business to the next level.
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Client stories Taking a defense contractor to new heights

When Albers Aerospace needed a bank that could help them level up, Truist led the way.

Developing an Acquisition Strategy to Propel Your Business

Learn how Truist team members helped Albers Aerospace create an acquisition strategy, secure financing, and take their business to the next level.
Learn how Truist team members helped Albers Aerospace create an acquisition strategy, secure financing, and take their business to the next level.
03/25/2025
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Developing an Acquisition Strategy to Propel Your Business
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    Get in touch with an expert.

    We’ve got the expertise and banking capabilities to take your business to the next level. Talk with our industry specialists to see how we can help you grow.

    Greg Wheeless
    Senior Vice President, Manager
    Aerospace, Defense & Government Services
    greg.wheeless@truist.com

    Learn more about our holistic approach to ADGS financing

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    Our team serves both service-oriented and product-oriented government contracting groups across a variety of verticals in aerospace, defense, and more.

    • Service-oriented groups include professional and consulting services, research and development (R&D), security, base operations, and high-tech services such as cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), Big Data, cloud, and health IT services.
    • Product-oriented groups include aircraft parts manufacturing, space and satellites, weapons parts manufacturing, IT products and software development.

    We offer a wide and flexible range of financing solutions. Common examples include revolving lines of credit, term loans, and syndicated loans. Our experienced team can help you navigate all available options—and find the best solutions for your specific needs.

    Whether your firm is optimizing its operational efficiency or exploring new ways to grow, we can help you plan for whatever comes ahead. Some of the most common financial solutions we provide include:

    • Working capital: Secure financing to fund day-to-day operations, expenses, and short-term obligations.
    • Mergers and acquisitions (M&A): Grow into a new chapter with M&A financing designed to smooth the transition when you acquire or merge with another group.
    • Equipment finance: Explore custom financing options for equipment, machinery, and other business needs.
    • Improved cash flow: Work closely with an experienced Treasury team who can provide holistic insights to improve cash flow and other aspects of your business.
    • Asset-based financing: Access funds with asset-based financing solutions including owner-occupied real estate loans.

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