Umbra Chooses Right to Work Virginia for Operations
Umbra has chosen Right to Work Reston, Virginia, for the location of its new operations. In order to cover costs, the company is investing a total of $6.75 in the project. They also plan to create over 100 new jobs!
From Area Development Magazine:
“As demand increases for high-performance, U.S.-built space systems, Umbra is proud to expand our operations in Northern Virginia. […] A decade ago, we set out to transform how remote sensing data is delivered, and we have consistently raised the bar for speed, quality, and reliability. Today, Umbra leads in modern mesh antenna technology and persistent remote sensing capabilities that support critical national security and commercial missions. This expansion strengthens our ability to grow our team, hire top talent across the region, and build on our track record of delivering resilient systems faster and more cost-effectively. We’re grateful for our partnership with the Commonwealth of Virginia, and this investment marks an important step in our growth.” […]
“The Commonwealth is home to the nation’s most dynamic space and defense ecosystems thanks to existing businesses like Umbra. […] The company’s expansion in Fairfax County will tap into one of the country’s deepest pools of defense and technical talent while benefiting from the region’s proximity to customers, decision-makers, and research partners.” […]
“Umbra represents the kind of transformative leadership and critical momentum shaping the future of the space economy, and we are humbled to welcome the company to Fairfax County. […] Umbra’s work supports critical space missions and reflects the growing alignment between commercial capability and national priorities. Their investment in Fairfax County strengthens Northern Virginia’s role as a trusted platform for advancing the nation’s space efforts, and we look forward to the impact this next chapter will deliver.”
To read the previous economic update on Right to Work states, click here.