CesiumAstro has announced plans to establish a new advanced manufacturing facility and global headquarters in Bee Cave, Texas. The project represents an investment of more than $500 million and is expected to create over 500 jobs within five years.
Governor Greg Abbott welcomed the announcement, emphasizing the significance for the state’s economy. “CesiumAstro’s investment in Texas helps further position our state as a global hub for the aerospace, aviation and defense industry,” said Governor Abbott. “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 is known for its work in connectivity solutions for aviation, aerospace, and defense sectors. The company provides end-to-end solutions including satellites, high-performance communications payloads, and advanced computing systems.
Shey Sabripour, Founder and CEO of CesiumAstro, highlighted the importance of expanding operations in Texas. “Our expansion in Texas marks a transformative step for CesiumAstro as we advance cutting-edge space and defense technologies in the United States,” said Sabripour. “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 efforts to foster economic development across the state by supporting initiatives that encourage job growth and innovation (https://gov.texas.gov/). Under Governor Abbott’s leadership since 2014 (https://gov.texas.gov/), his office has contributed to record employment levels (https://gov.texas.gov/) through collaboration with private sector partners on projects such as this one.
