SpaceX Supplier Commits $100M to New Rio Grande Valley Facility
A key SpaceX supplier plans a major investment in South Texas, boosting local jobs and economic growth.
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Rio Grande Valley, TX — On June 5, 2025, a leading SpaceX supplier announced a $100M investment in a new facility in the Rio Grande Valley, aiming to support the aerospace giant’s Starbase operations.
The Details:
Facility Focus: The 150,000-square-foot plant will produce advanced components for SpaceX’s Starship program, creating 300 jobs.
Economic Impact: The investment aligns with SpaceX’s $100M Starbase development since 2013, enhancing the local economy.
Partnership Boost: The Brownsville Economic Development Council (BEDC) facilitated the deal, building on its STARGATE tracking facility collaboration with SpaceX and UT Rio Grande Valley.
Timeline: Construction is set to begin in Q3 2025, with operations expected by mid-2026.
Why It Matters:
This investment strengthens Texas’s aerospace hub, delivering jobs and growth to the Rio Grande Valley.
Bottom Line:
SpaceX’s supply chain expansion signals a bold future for South Texas’s economy.