Northrop Grumman Breaks Ground on New Utah Facility

Northrop Grumman has broken ground on a new facility at its Roy Innovation Center (RIC) in Utah, marking a significant expansion to support the U.S. Air Force’s Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) programme and other advanced aerospace and defence missions. The development underscores the company’s continued investment in strategic deterrence and national security capabilities.
The new “Legacy Building” will increase the RIC campus to six facilities, spanning more than 1.1 million square feet of office space. Construction is set to begin this summer, with completion expected by 2028. The expansion will support the growing Sentinel programme and is expected to create hundreds of new jobs, adding to the nearly 5,000 employees currently contributing to the programme nationwide.
As the largest defence contractor in Utah, Northrop Grumman plays a major role in the state’s economy, employing over 11,000 people and supporting more than 46,000 jobs. The company’s operations generate significant economic impact, contributing billions to the state through its aerospace and defence activities.
“As Utah’s largest aerospace and defense employer, Northrop Grumman is a cornerstone of our state’s economy and a key contributor to our nation’s security. We are proud to partner with Northrop Grumman as it advances aerospace innovation, strengthens advanced manufacturing, and creates high-quality jobs across Utah. Together, we are ensuring Utah remains a leader in the technologies and capabilities that support our national defense. For generations, Utah has embraced the responsibility of advancing the strategic deterrence mission, and we are proud to uphold and continue that legacy,” said Utah Governor Spencer Cox.
“Utah’s world-class talent pool, strategic location to Hill Air Force Base and supportive community make it the ideal home for this expansion of Sentinel and other critical missions we support from this site,” stated  Ben Davies, corporate vice president and president, Northrop Grumman Defense Systems. “This groundbreaking symbolizes our longstanding commitment to the state and reinforces our investment in national security and local prosperity through an enduring presence that will support multiple missions for decades to come.”
Over the past five years, Northrop Grumman has invested significantly in infrastructure and research and development, including funding to expand production capacity and capabilities that support the Sentinel programme and the broader strategic deterrence and space launch industrial base. The company continues to focus on delivering advanced capabilities that balance innovation, affordability and speed across its defence portfolio.