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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6/10/20251 min read

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.