BAE Systems announced a $135 million capital investment to upgrade defense manufacturing facilities in Austin, Texas, and Hudson, New Hampshire. The company stated the enhancements are fully self-funded and aim to accelerate the delivery of critical systems and software for U.S. military readiness. The announcement was made on May 20, 2026.
What it means
The investment splits between two locations: $85 million is allocated to the Hudson campus, where BAE Systems will modernize and reconfigure 65,000 square feet of workspace. The remaining $50 million funds a manufacturing overhaul in Austin designed to scale factory infrastructure for affordable precision munitions. According to the company, these enhancements support mission-critical Department of War and aerospace programs.
The project is expected to create new engineering and skilled manufacturing jobs at both sites. Dave Harrold, vice president and general manager of Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions at BAE Systems, said, “This investment in capacity underscores BAE Systems’ long-term commitment to equipping U.S. warfighters with the capabilities they need, when they need them.” He added, “We’re building for the future, delivering at speed and scale, and enabling the capabilities required to deter aggression.”
Key facts
- $135 million total investment in facility enhancements, funded entirely through BAE Systems’ own capital
- $85 million allocated to Hudson, New Hampshire campus for modernizing 65,000 square feet of workspace
- $50 million allocated to Austin, Texas, for a manufacturing overhaul to scale infrastructure for precision munitions
- Investment supports Department of War and aerospace programs
- Creation of new engineering and skilled manufacturing jobs announced by the company
Source: BAE Systems news release (PR Newswire)