Next Generation Trust Company, a custodian of self-directed retirement plans, has published a blog article detailing how investors can include aerospace and defense assets in their self-directed IRAs. The article, released on March 14, 2026, outlines a range of alternative assets in the private space and defense sectors, emphasizing the growing importance of space infrastructure as a national security and economic priority.
Jaime Raskulinecz, CEO of Next Generation, noted that with space infrastructure expanding, self-directed investors have opportunities to diversify their portfolios by including investments in private space and defense technology sectors. The article lists potential investments such as private equity in aerospace companies, specialized platforms focusing on venture-backed defense tech startups, and other alternative assets like satellites, missile-defense systems, AI integration into space hardware, cybersecurity, and on-airport real estate.
The article highlights significant growth in the industry, citing a Reuters report that private investment in the sector increased 48% to $12.4 billion in 2025. Additionally, Morgan Stanley's Space Team estimates the global space industry could grow from $350 billion to over $1 trillion by 2040. Raskulinecz emphasized the importance of thorough due diligence and regulatory research before selecting aerospace-related investments, noting that private placements and private equity firms require careful evaluation.
For more information, the full article is available at this link, and details about Next Generation Trust Company can be found at their website.
