Employer Highlights

St. Johns County boasts a diverse and growing employer base, reflecting its strong economic foundation and forward-looking business environment. The county is home to companies across advanced manufacturing, aerospace & defense, life sciences, pharmaceutical, agricultural, professional services, and headquarters operations, ranging from large global firms to fast-growing regional players. This ecosystem offers any incoming business the ability to tap into sophisticated networks of supply chain partners, R&D talent, and service providers.

Many employers here benefit from the county’s infrastructure investments, access to global logistics channels, and a workforce whose educational credentials are well above the state average. It’s why companies here don’t just access talent and infrastructure. They become part of a fast-growing ecosystem that’s moving ahead with purpose.

Select companies and organizations who call St. Johns County home

  • Northrop Grumman – Aerospace and defense prime contractor with aircraft maintenance in the region
  • Carlisle Interconnect Technologies – Designs and manufactures high-performance wire, cable, and interconnect systems for aviation and space industries
  • UF Health St. Johns – Hospital and healthcare network providing advanced medical services and employing more than 1,500 people locally
  • PGA TOUR, Inc. – Global sports and media enterprise headquartered in the county, supporting operations and programming with nearly 900 employees
  • Vested Metals - Metal supplier headquartered in the county specializing in metals for the medical, defense, aerospace, industrial industries for use in production and assembly.
  • Ring Power Corporation – Heavy equipment dealership and service provider specializing in construction, mining, and industrial equipment
  • KeHE Distributors – Organic and natural foods distribution company with operations in the county, broadening the industrial-logistics base
  • Flagler College – Private higher education institution offering specialized workforce programs aligned with local industry needs
  • Hydro Extrusion USA – Manufacturer of aluminum extrusion products, adding strength to the advanced manufacturing sector in the region
  • Florida Army National Guard (Headquarters) – Military operations and support services with approximately 900 personnel, contributing to regional employment stability
  • St. Johns County School District (SJCSD) – Largest employer in the county, enabling education and workforce systems that support regional business growth
  • Q-PAC – Manufacturer of innovative modular air-handling systems, providing high-efficiency, highly configurable HVAC solutions for commercial and industrial applications.
  • Rulon International – Manufacturer specializing in premium acoustical wood ceilings and wall systems used in world-class architectural projects around the globe.
  • Publix Super Markets, Inc. – Newly constructed 168,489-square-foot central-fill pharmaceutical facility scheduled to be operational in 2026.