Pennsylvania Secures $80M Investment, 150 New Jobs

A major aerospace and defense manufacturer just committed to a future in Pennsylvania, bringing 150 new jobs and millions in economic growth to families in Allegheny County.

Curtiss-Wright Corporation announced an $80 million investment to expand its operations in the region. The company, which produces critical components for defense and commercial aerospace industries, will use the funding to modernize facilities and add advanced manufacturing capabilities.

Governor Josh Shapiro helped secure the deal through state incentives and partnership programs. The investment represents one of the largest manufacturing expansions in western Pennsylvania this year.

The 150 new positions will offer competitive wages and benefits in skilled manufacturing roles. Jobs will include machining, engineering, quality control, and production management positions that support both national defense and commercial aviation sectors.

Curtiss-Wright has been part of Pennsylvania's manufacturing landscape for decades. This expansion reinforces the company's confidence in the region's skilled workforce and infrastructure.

The Ripple Effect

These 150 jobs will create additional opportunities throughout the community. For every manufacturing job created, economists estimate two to three additional service jobs emerge in the surrounding area, from restaurants to retail to healthcare.

Local technical schools and community colleges are already partnering with Curtiss-Wright to develop training programs. These partnerships will help residents gain the skills needed to qualify for the new positions, creating pathways to stable careers.

The investment also strengthens Pennsylvania's reputation as a hub for advanced manufacturing. When major companies expand rather than relocate, it signals confidence that attracts other businesses to the region.

Families in Allegheny County now have 150 more reasons to build their futures close to home.