At AeroVance Aerospace & Defense, transparency regarding how we share personal and professional data is paramount. This section details the circumstances under which we share information with third parties, the categories of entities involved, and the safeguards we implement to protect your data.
⚠️ Core Principle
AeroVance does not sell, trade, or rent personal data to third parties for marketing purposes. All data sharing is conducted strictly for operational, legal, or consented purposes.
4.1 Categories of Third Parties
We may share data with the following categories of third parties to facilitate our operations, comply with legal obligations, and enhance our aerospace solutions:
| Category | Purpose of Sharing | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Service Providers | Cloud hosting, IT security, analytics, payroll, and customer support. | d>AWS, Microsoft Azure, Datadog, Workday. |
| Affiliates & Partners | Joint ventures, supply chain coordination, and integrated system development. | AeroVance subsidiaries, defense contractors, launch partners. |
| Government & Regulatory Bodies | Compliance with export controls, national security, and aerospace regulations. | DoD, NASA, FAA, BIS, ITAR enforcement agencies. |
| Professional Advisors | Legal counsel, audit, insurance, and risk management. | Law firms, accounting firms, cybersecurity insurers. |
| Business Transfers | Due diligence, mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales. | Potential acquirers, financial advisors. |
4.2 Defense & Controlled Information
As a defense contractor and aerospace engineering firm, AeroVance handles Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), ITAR-regulated data, and EAR-controlled technical information.
🔒 Vetting Requirements
Third parties receiving sensitive technical data or access to secure systems undergo rigorous vetting. This includes security clearances, NDAs, and compliance with NIST SP 800-171 and DFARS 252.204-7012 requirements.
We share controlled data only with entities that have:
- Demonstrated compliance with U.S. export control laws.
- Approved facility clearances where applicable.
- Executed Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) aligned with defense standards.
4.3 International Transfers
AeroVance operates globally. Data may be transferred to, and processed in, countries other than the one in which you reside. All international transfers are governed by:
- EU Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for data transfers outside the EEA.
- Cross-border data flow agreements compliant with applicable local regulations.
- Encryption in transit and at rest to protect data integrity.
4.4 With Your Consent
We may share data with third parties when you provide explicit consent. This includes:
- Newsletter subscriptions shared with our email marketing provider.
- Event registrations shared with venue partners.
- Technical support interactions shared with vendor support teams.
You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting privacy@aerovance.com.
4.5 Legal & Safety Disclosures
We may disclose data without prior notice if required to:
- Comply with a subpoena, court order, or government investigation.
- Protect the rights, property, or safety of AeroVance, our employees, or the public.
- Investigate fraud, cyber threats, or violations of our Terms of Service.
4.6 Third-Party Links & Services
Our websites and applications may contain links to third-party sites (e.g., LinkedIn, NASA partners, supplier portals). AeroVance is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external entities. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites they visit.
4.7 Questions About Sharing?
If you have questions about how your data is shared or wish to request details on specific disclosures, please contact our Data Protection Officer:
- Email: privacy@aerovance.com
- Mail: AeroVance Aerospace Corp., Privacy Office, 1200 Aerospace Blvd, Houston, TX 77058
- Response Time: Within 30 business days.