Virginia-founded is setting up shop in Manassas, Virginia, to the tune of $5.5 million, Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced Friday. The planned facility is expected to create 119 jobs.
鈥淪ince day one we鈥檝e declared that Virginia is open for business,” Youngkin said. “RapidFlight is a prime example of the success and growth that businesses can achieve in the Commonwealth.鈥�
鈥淰irginia is an important state, providing unique access to decision makers, a world-class workforce, unmanned test infrastructure, and an advanced materials industry,鈥� said Jay Gundlach, RapidFlight鈥檚 chief executive officer.
The 25,000-square-foot headquarters will also house design and production operations in addition to corporate offices. Founded in 2021, RapidFlight builds high-performance drones to meet national security and private sector needs.
鈥淩apidFlight locating in Manassas further cements our city鈥檚 position as a leader in the design and production of unmanned aerial systems,鈥� said City of Manassas Mayor Michelle Davis Younger.
The project was brought to fruition in part by the Virginia Economic Development Partnership, a state-funded entity that incentivizes business development and job creation by providing funding and consultations regarding employee recruitment and training.
