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Collins Aerospace, a division of RTX (NYSE: RTX), has commenced the expansion of its Spokane, Washington, carbon brake production facility. This $200 million investment is set to increase production capacity and create new job opportunities in the region.
The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by local government officials, community leaders, industry partners, and Collins Aerospace leadership. The expansion will add 70,000 square feet to the facility, increasing its footprint by 50 percent. This will allow the site to better meet the growing demands of commercial aviation and military customers. Additionally, the project will bring approximately 80 new jobs to the Spokane area, further enhancing Collins Aerospace’s impact on the local economy.
Key Highlights:
- 70,000 square feet of new manufacturing space to be added.
- Expansion will increase the facility’s footprint by 50 percent.
- Approximately 80 new jobs to be created in Spokane.
- The project aims to meet increasing demand for carbon brakes in both commercial and military sectors.
“Collins Aerospace is a key part of the critically important aerospace supply chain in Washington state, and we are proud to have them in Spokane,” said Lieutenant Governor Denny Heck. “This expansion adds high-quality jobs and reinforces Washington’s leadership in advanced manufacturing and aerospace technologies.”
See also: Collins Aerospace Expands Brake Production
“We celebrate this milestone today with our industry partners, customers, community leaders, and employees who are crucial in supporting this advancement in technological innovation and that of the local Spokane economy,” said Matt Maurer, vice president and general manager for Landing Systems at Collins Aerospace. “This expansion is the latest development in the Pacific Northwest region in advanced technical innovation and manufacturing capacity to support the growing demand for our carbon brakes.”
The Spokane facility is one of three Collins Aerospace sites specializing in braking systems with DURACARB® carbon disk technology.
About Collins Aerospace: Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, is a leader in integrated and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. With 80,000 employees, the company focuses on advancing sustainable aviation, passenger safety, mission success, and space exploration.
About RTX: RTX, with over 185,000 global employees and 2023 sales of $69 billion, is at the forefront of aviation and defense technology. The company, headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, includes industry-leading businesses such as Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.
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