Collins Aerospace will add 70,000 ft² to the facility expansion, increasing its footprint by 50% to enhance production capacity.
Collins Aerospace has marked a significant milestone with the groundbreaking of an expansion project at its Spokane carbon brake production facility. The initiative aims to enhance the site’s manufacturing capacity by adding 70,000 square feet, including up to three new buildings and additional furnaces, thereby increasing the facility’s operational footprint by 50 percent.
Denny Heck, Lieutenant Governor, Washington, said, “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, This expansion adds high-quality jobs and reinforces Washington’s leadership in advanced manufacturing and aerospace technologies.”
This expansion is a strategic move designed to bolster production capabilities and address the growing demands in commercial aviation and military sectors. The project is projected to generate approximately 80 new jobs, underscoring Collins Aerospace’s commitment to strengthening the regional workforce in alignment with industry needs.
Matt Maurer, vice president and general manager for Landing Systems, Collins Aerospace, said, “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, 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.”
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The Spokane facility, one of three dedicated sites within Collins Aerospace specializing in carbon brake production, will further enhance its capacity to produce braking systems utilizing DURACARB carbon disk technology. This strategic expansion will be crucial in supporting future aerospace industry demands and solidifying Collins Aerospace’s leadership in advanced technical innovation.
