BAE Systems is expanding its operations in Endicott, New York, with a 150,000ft
2 addition to its existing facility; this will be equipped for high-voltage energy storage systems (ESS) development, manufacturing, and field support aimed at advancing ‘sustainable aviation solutions’.
The company said the expansion underscores its commitment to the commercial aircraft electrification market segment by ‘positioning BAE Systems for future growth and reinforcing its dedication to the Greater Binghamton community’. More than 1,300 employees currently work at the Endicott site, and the company will continue to increase its workforce ‘to accommodate resulting business growth’.
Ehtisham Siddiqui, BAE Systems’ vice president and general manager of controls and avionics solutions, said: “We are building the future of power and energy management in the Greater Binghamton area. This expansion deepens our commitment to the region, while positioning us at the forefront of rising demand for aircraft electrification technology. By investing in local talent and advanced manufacturing, we are preparing to meet evolving customer needs and enabling the future of flight.”
The ESS facility will be completed over the next few years and will include: pilot production lines for new product development maturation; a fully automated high-volume manufacturing capability; an advanced engineering laboratory to test battery cells and energy storage systems; office space; and designated space for comprehensive aftermarket support. Work on the project has already begun.
BAE Systems employees in Endicott work on a wide range of programmes for commercial and military applications in air and on land, including flight controls, engine controls, mission systems, and power and propulsion solutions.