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title: "Redwire Corporation Expands in Albuquerque with New Facility to Boost Space-Based Defense Systems"
description: "Redwire Corporation has opened a new 15,000 square-foot facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico, aimed at enhancing space-based defense systems. The Firestone Rapid Capabilities Facility (FRCF) will suppo"
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published_at: "2025-09-11T11:30:37.000Z"
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# Redwire Corporation Expands in Albuquerque with New Facility to Boost Space-Based Defense Systems

> Redwire Corporation has opened a new 15,000 square-foot facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico, aimed at enhancing space-based defense systems. The Firestone Rapid Capabilities Facility (FRCF) will support the assembly, integration, and testing of strategic systems and spacecraft subsystems. This expansion aligns with a contract with the Air Force Research Laboratory and emphasizes Redwire's commitment to national security and local economic growth through high-wage job creation.

Redwire Corporation, a global leader in space and defense technology solutions, has announced the opening of a new rapid capabilities facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The 15,000 square-foot Firestone Rapid Capabilities Facility (FRCF) aims to advance the development of space-based defense systems, supporting strategic systems assembly, integration, and testing, as well as structural, mechanical, and thermal spacecraft subsystems. This expansion reflects Redwire’s commitment to strengthening national security and leveraging local talent and partnerships. The facility will also bolster work under a significant contract with the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Space Vehicles Directorate to develop mission-critical technologies. Redwire’s investment in New Mexico underscores the importance of the region to the nation’s defense architecture and aims to contribute to the local economy by creating high-wage jobs. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Redwire Corporation published the original content used to generate this news brief via Business Wire (Ref. ID: 20250911398158) on September 11, 2025, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2025 - Public Technologies (PUBT)

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