CesiumAstro has announced plans to establish a new advanced manufacturing facility and global headquarters in Bee Cave, Texas. The company expects to invest more than $500 million and create over 500 jobs in the next five years.
Governor Greg Abbott commented on the announcement, stating, “CesiumAstro’s investment in Texas helps further position our state as a global hub for the aerospace, aviation and defense industry. I congratulate CesiumAstro on this significant expansion in the Austin area which will create hundreds of new, high-tech jobs for hardworking Texans. Partnering with industry leaders like CesiumAstro, Texas will continue to set the pace for innovation, technology, and advanced manufacturing in America.”
CesiumAstro specializes in connectivity solutions for aviation, aerospace, and defense sectors. The company provides end-to-end solutions that include satellites, high-performance communications payloads, and advanced computing systems.
Shey Sabripour, Founder and CEO of CesiumAstro, said, “Our expansion in Texas marks a transformative step for CesiumAstro as we advance cutting-edge space and defense technologies in the United States. Texas is at the forefront of the new space economy, combining vision, top-tier talent, and powerful public-private partnerships. This is a project that could only be realized in Texas and will play a critical role in securing America’s future. We’re proud to partner with Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office, and the Texas Space Commission, whose support fuels our growth, strengthens America’s domestic capabilities, and helps us build next-generation systems that will define the future of aerospace and our national security.”
The Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott leads economic development efforts across the state from its primary offices at the State Insurance Building in Austin (official website). Under Governor Abbott’s leadership since 2014 (official website), Texas has focused on job creation initiatives that have contributed to record employment levels (official website). The office collaborates with businesses on expansions such as this one by CesiumAstro (official website).
For more information about CesiumAstro’s activities or expansion plans visit their official channels.
