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Safran Inaugurates Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Hub in Colorado to Propel Innovation in Satellite Propulsion
April 17, 2025 | PRNewswireEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), and Pier Roviera, President of Space Solutions at Safran DSI, inaugurated the company's new manufacturing facility in Parker, Colorado, on April 11.
The plant serves as a hub for space electric propulsion, satellite communications, and space/ground domain awareness.
"We are very proud to welcome Safran to Colorado, where the space industry is making great strides forward," said Jared Polis, Governor of Colorado. "This investment not only strengthens our state's position as a leader in aerospace innovation but also brings new opportunities for collaboration, economic growth, and advancements in space technology."
The new 28,000-square-foot facility is designed to manufacture the EPS®X00 electric propulsion systems annually for the U.S Department of Defense and commercial customers. Electric propulsion systems, including U.S.-made thrusters and electronics, will begin shipping from the Parker facility in 2026. "Beyond strengthening our industrial capabilities, these developments also deliver tangible economic benefits for Colorado, including new job opportunities," said Joe Bogosian. "We anticipate hiring more than 25 professionals over the next year across various fields, including engineering, manufacturing, assembly, facilities, logistics, and administrative services."
Jean-Marie Bétermier, EVP of Space at Safran Electronics & Defense, attended the event and stated, "Safran is proud to support the U.S. space defense and commercial sectors by strengthening Safran Defense & Space, Inc., a Safran Group company operating under a Special Security Agreement. With this new electric propulsion and satellite communications facility, we are ensuring a sustainable and reliable supply chain for our American customers, leveraging Safran Group's aerospace manufacturing expertise."
"We benefit from a strong expertise on space electric propulsion, with a significant flight heritage through the Safran PPS thrusters' family. The new EPS®X00 propulsion system will mainly address the increasing needs by commercial and governmental constellations of small satellites in low Earth orbit. With our new Colorado plant, we're proud to bring a reliable, affordable and resilient solution to our customers," said Pier Roviera. The Parker, Colorado, plant will also serve as a hub of expertise for satellite communications and space and ground domain awareness. Safran is at the forefront of these fields, powered by its advanced CORTEX modems and an extensive, privately owned antenna network supporting the WeTrack™ space surveillance service.
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