GE Aerospace to Invest Another $1 Billion in U.S. Manufacturing in 2026

GE Aerospace announced on March 9 that it plans to invest another $1 billion in its U.S. manufacturing sites and supplier base during 2026. The investment, the company’s second consecutive $1 billion U.S. investment, will benefit sites across more than 30 communities in 17 states.

5,000 more U.S. hires

GE Aerospace also plans to hire 5,000 U.S. workers in manufacturing and engineering roles, in addition to the 5,000 people it hired last year. Since 2024, the company has announced plans to invest more than $2.5 billion across its U.S. manufacturing sites and supplier base.

Commercial engines

The plan includes $115 million in Cincinnati, Ohio, to modernize infrastructure, increase test cell capacity and expand 3D metal printing; $200 million to expand capacity for CFM LEAP high-pressure turbine durability kits; $20 million for Durham, North Carolina; and $7 million for Lafayette, Indiana.

Defense and suppliers

More than $275 million is planned to upgrade sites producing defense engines and components, including more than $40 million for Lynn, Massachusetts, and $10 million for Madisonville, Kentucky. More than $100 million will go to external suppliers for tooling and equipment.

H. Lawrence Culp, Jr., Chairman and CEO, GE Aerospace said:

“Maintaining U.S. aerospace leadership requires sustained investment in our people, our facilities, and the technologies that will define the future of flight. This investment is for our customers, our communities, and our country.”