Douglas County’s aerospace sphere just got a serious boost. On Monday, June 23, the ribbon cutting for Northrop Grumman’s brand-new Highfield Integration Facility took place, with county reps and corporate brass marking the occasion. Commissioner Abe Laydon was there to celebrate what he deemed a “milestone moment” for the county and indeed, for the company. This isn’t just about building planes and satellites; it’s an investment in the community, aiming to intertwine local opportunities, educational partnerships, and workforce cultivation, according to Douglas County.
“At the county level, we work every day to build a business environment where innovation can thrive,” Laydon said, as per Douglas County, hoping to not just grow but also to sustainably inject life into the local economy. He stressed the importance of “smart infrastructure” and “responsive government,” all part of a strategy to say “yes” to projects that bring lasting value. The Highfield Integration Facility is designed to be such a project, offering a new chapter for the local job market and economic health…