Safran opens new manufacturing and engineering hub in Parker, Colorado

PARKER, Colo., April 16, 2025 – Safran has opened a new manufacturing and engineering hub in Parker, Colo, to drive innovation in satellite propulsion.

“We are very proud to welcome Safran to Colorado, where the space industry is making great strides forward,” said Jared Polis, governor of Colorado. “This investment not only strengthens our state’s position as a leader in aerospace innovation but also brings new opportunities for collaboration, economic growth, and advancements in space technology.”

The new 28,000-square-foot facility is designed to manufacture the EPS®X00 electric propulsion systems annually for the U.S Department of Defense and commercial customers. Electric propulsion systems, including U.S.-made thrusters and electronics, will begin shipping from the Parker facility in 2026.

“Beyond strengthening our industrial capabilities, these developments also deliver tangible economic benefits for Colorado, including new job opportunities,” said Joe Bogosian, CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI) “We anticipate hiring more than 25 professionals over the next year across various fields, including engineering, manufacturing, assembly, facilities, logistics and administrative services.”

“We benefit from a strong expertise on space electric propulsion, with a significant flight heritage through the Safran PPS thrusters’ family. The new EPS®X00 propulsion system will mainly address the increasing needs by commercial and governmental constellations of small satellites in low Earth orbit. With our new Colorado plant, we’re proud to bring a reliable, affordable and resilient solution to our customers,” said Pier Roviera, president of Space Solutions at Safran DSI.

The Parker, Colorado, plant will also serve as a hub of expertise for satellite communications and space and ground domain awareness. Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets.