HUNTSVILLE – Citing the city’s space heritage and its Apollo legacy, a New York-based space construction firm moved its operations to the Rocket City.
SpaceFactory, a pioneer in space and terrestrial construction technology, is relocating to a facility at 209 Bailes Street, a block north of Campus 805 in west Huntsville.
Officials said the new facility is designed to support SpaceFactory’s expanding lunar research and advanced manufacturing divisions and positions the company at the forefront of innovation in the high-tech industrial hub of Huntsville.
“We are excited to be joining Huntsville’s thriving community of innovators and are immensely grateful for the support from the State of Alabama, Governor Kay Ivey, the City of Huntsville, and Mayor Tommy Battle,” said SpaceFactory CEO Dave Malott. “This support allows a small but ambitious company like ours to grow and make a significant impact, following in the footsteps of the Apollo program as we support NASA’s return to the moon with Artemis.”
Company officials chose Huntsville for its unique ecosystem, including the Marshall Space Flight Center, Redstone Arsenal, and the city’s robust industrial base, all of which align perfectly with SpaceFactory’s mission to advance both lunar infrastructure and cutting-edge manufacturing technologies. As part of the relocation, SpaceFactory is investing upward of $2 million in the new facility, which will bring at least 25 jobs to the area.
“SpaceFactory’s creative work fits perfectly within the ecosystem that fuels Huntsville’s tech sector,” said Battle. “This young company’s innovative spirit is pushing the boundaries on the traditional ways we think about and use materials to build infrastructure in space and here on earth.
“We applaud their focus on sustainability and look forward to great things to come at the SpaceFactory Industrial Hub.”
Alongside Huntsville’s strong industrial base, the city’s livability was another key factor SpaceFactory cited in relocating from the New York City metro area.
“Our entire team was involved in this decision,” said Connor McLeod, SpaceFactory’s vice president of engineering. “We were drawn to Huntsville’s unique culture and are excited to do our part in making Rocket City the undisputed space capital of the planet.”
Designed by SpaceFactory’s sister company, PlanetWorks Architecture, the facility is slated to begin construction this year with a target completion date set for next summer. The expansion reflects SpaceFactory’s commitment to building sustainable, cutting-edge solutions for the moon, Mars, and challenging environments on Earth.
“The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber welcomes SpaceFactory and PlanetWorks to our community,” said Lucia Cape, the Chamber’s senior vice president of Economic Development. “We appreciate the innovation they bring along with their focus on sustainability. It is very rewarding when companies recognize the welcoming and supportive environment we have here and want to be a part of it.”
“SpaceFactory’s move to Huntsville is a testament to the collaborative environment and robust resources that make Alabama a destination for forward-thinking companies,” said Alabama Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair. “With its focus on advanced manufacturing and lunar infrastructure, SpaceFactory is well-positioned to thrive in Huntsville’s dynamic tech landscape.
“We are proud to support this expansion, which will not only bring new jobs to the area but also reinforces Alabama’s leadership in the aerospace and advanced manufacturing sectors.”
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