Expanding 3D printing, ceramic matrix composite (CMC), and engine production capabilities.
GE Aerospace, a provider of jet and turboprop engines, is investing nearly $1 billion into its US factories and supply chains to reinforce manufacturing capabilities and support the integration of cutting-edge parts and materials vital for the future of flight. This move, nearly double last year’s investment, is aimed at improving engine safety, delivery times, and overall quality. The company also plans to hire around 5,000 US-based employees in 2025, with a focus on both engineering and manufacturing roles.
“Investing in manufacturing and innovation is more critical than ever for the future of our industry and the communities where we operate,” said H. Lawrence Culp, Jr., Chairman and CEO of GE Aerospace. “We are committed to helping our customers modernize and expand their fleets while scaling technologies that will truly define the future of flight. Together, this will keep the United States at the forefront of aerospace leadership.”
Approximately $500 million of the total will go toward expanding capacity at key facilities, especially those involved in the production and assembly of the narrowbody CFM LEAP engine. Notable site-specific upgrades include $113 million in Greater Cincinnati, $70 million in Muskegon, Michigan, and several million in North Carolina, Indiana, and Kentucky. An additional $200 million is earmarked for military engine production, preparing sites in Lynn, MA, and Madisonville, KY, for the new T901 helicopter engine and other defense programs.
The tech-forward portion of the investment – over $100 million – is focused on scaling up advanced manufacturing and materials. A major spotlight is on additive manufacturing. GE is investing $51 million in Auburn, Alabama, and millions more across West Chester, Huntsville, Asheville, and Batesville to expand 3D printing capacity and ceramic matrix composite (CMC) production.
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