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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Astro Digital Plans Littleton, Colorado, Operations

12/30/2024
Astro Digital, a developer of micro-satellite systems and infrastructure, plans to establish headquarters operations in Littleton, Colorado. The project is expected to create 141 jobs in Jefferson County.

“We are thrilled to expand our operations into Colorado as we ramp up production of our larger satellite systems for both commercial and government customers. The aerospace ecosystem and access to talent are major contributors in our decision to expand into Colorado,” said Chris Biddy, CEO of Astro Digital.

To support the project the Colorado Economic Development Commission approved up to $1,910,438 in a performance-based Job Growth Incentive Tax Credit over an eight-year period. These incentives are contingent upon Astro Digital, referred to as Project Skyhawk throughout the OEDIT review process, meeting net new job creation and salary requirements.

"We’re thrilled Astro Digital is expanding in Colorado. Satellites are critical to so many of the technologies we depend on daily, including location, time, communication and GPS. Companies like Astro Digital ensure satellite missions succeed while creating jobs that sustain families and communities,” noted OEDIT Executive Director Eve Lieberman.

Astro Digital provides end-to-end satellite mission support, including comprehensive satellite technology development and flight operations support for applications such as earth observation and communications.

"This marks the second major aerospace company announcement in just 10 days, further showcasing Colorado’s position as the nation's leading aerospace hub. Astro Digital's decision to establish its headquarters in Colorado is a testament to our state’s existing leadership in aerospace and technology. This achievement would not have been possible without the dedicated efforts of OEDIT, Jefferson County EDC, and the Colorado Space Coalition, whose leadership and commitment were instrumental in bringing this project to fruition. We are thrilled to welcome Astro Digital to our community and look forward to the immense value they will add to Colorado’s economy and innovation landscape," added Raymond H. Gonzales, President of the Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation.

“Astro Digital’s expansion in Jefferson County bolsters the quality jobs we seek for our residents, while building best in class satellite technology for the world’s most critical functions. Their continued faith in our community’s business ecosystem is a testament that our regional approach to economic development continues to foster the best outcomes for the best companies in the world — and beyond,” said Jefferson County Economic Development Corporate President & CEO, Jansen Tidmore.

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