3D-printed engine manufacturer to establish Production Assembly & Test Center of Excellence, creating 220 high-paying engineering and manufacturing jobs

Beehive Industries today announced that the Colorado Economic Development Commission (EDC), operating under the Office of Economic Development & International Trade (OEDIT), has officially approved a performance-based Job Growth Incentive Tax Credit award of $4,227,929 for the company.

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An assembly and test technician inspects a 3D-printed jet engine at Beehive Industries' Colorado headquarters. The Colorado Economic Development Commission approved a $4.2 million incentive package for the aerospace company on August 20. [Photo Credit: Beehive Industries]

Beehive selected Colorado to host its next major phase of growth, expanding the company’s local operations as its designated Center of Excellence (COE) for Production Assembly & Test operations. Beehive will create jobs at both its existing Centennial headquarters and a second facility in unincorporated Arapahoe County.

The performance-based award is tied directly to actual job creation and specific economic milestones, ensuring mutual benefit for the company and the local community. Over the coming years, the project is projected to create 220 new jobs, primarily focused in advanced engineering and manufacturing roles, with a projected average annual salary of $151,073.

"We are incredibly grateful to the Colorado Economic Development Commission and the Office of Economic Development and International Trade for their partnership and confidence in Beehive," said Gordie Follin, Chief Product Officer at Beehive Industries. "This support marks an exciting milestone for our organization and validates our vision for future growth. We look forward to deepening our roots in Colorado, creating meaningful employment opportunities, and contributing to the state's economic momentum."

With state approval officially secured, Beehive is cleared to advance its real estate, operational, and recruitment plans immediately.

About Beehive Industries

Beehive Industries is a U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in the design and development of advanced, additively manufactured jet engines for uncrewed aerial defense applications. Leveraging innovative additive manufacturing techniques, Beehive delivers high-performance propulsion systems with unmatched speed, affordability, and scalability to meet the evolving needs of the warfighter and strengthen American defense superiority. For more information, visit www.beehive-industries.com.

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