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# Invest in Phoenix

    Pioneering Bioscience https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Hero/DispForm.aspx?ID=7 Pioneering Bioscience <div class="ExternalClass447D24CADB26499F94E446B97C632DF1"><p></p><p>We are transforming the landscape of life sciences and the future of Phoenix. Our business approach stems from planning and investment, making our City the place to be for pioneers committed to collaboration and medical innovation.​<br></p></div> 1 Start Here /industries/bioscience-healthcare _self _self GP0|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;L0|#041a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da|Home Page;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4 1 sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Hero/Attachments/7/AdobeStock_451192308.jpg Hero Cutting-Edge Production https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Hero/DispForm.aspx?ID=8 Cutting-Edge Production <div class="ExternalClass5D8C93B5FF9243DAAEE3AB4C4665C7C8"><div><p>Phoenix is ranked 1st in the nation for manufacturing growth and is leading the way in emerging opportunities, improving productivity, and creating conditions for constant growth through a simple process. We work together to get you what you need to move your business to the next level.​<br></p></div></div> 2 Start Here https://www.investinphoenix.com/industries/advanced-manufacturing _blank _self GP0|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;L0|#041a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da|Home Page;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4 1 sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Hero/Attachments/8/AdobeStock_483004683.jpg Hero Green Growth https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Hero/DispForm.aspx?ID=3 Green Growth <div class="ExternalClass84A3AD5684F8416D96D5D3E49F1E0CCA"><div><p>​Our long-standing plans and polices have created a pathway to address environmental and community concerns in any project,​ ensuring sustainable and responsible economic development growth. Phoenix is committed to growth in green businesses.​​<br></p></div></div> 3 Start Here https://www.investinphoenix.com/why-phoenix/sustainable-development _blank _self GP0|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;L0|#041a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da|Home Page;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4 1 sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Hero/Attachments/3/AdobeStock_581613112.jpeg Hero A Global City https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Hero/DispForm.aspx?ID=6 A Global City <div class="ExternalClassF10C84CBA5874609BF3A5A6EC863CABB"><div><div><div><div><div><p>Phoenix offers executives a pro-business climate and gateway to global markets, with over 1,400 international firms from 41 countries calling Phoenix home. Our city provides sustainable access to skilled talent and robust industries, empowering companies to optimize operations, seize opportunities, and drive strategic growth in a cost-effective business hub. ​<br></p></div></div></div></div></div></div> 4 Discover More https://www.investinphoenix.com/why-phoenix/international _blank _self GP0|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;L0|#041a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da|Home Page;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4 1 sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Hero/Attachments/6/AdobeStock_507705226.jpeg Hero Homepage Quote https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=1 Homepage Quote <div class="ExternalClass0F84D237D5924A06A7A76AD69694BEE1"><p>In Phoenix, we welcome economic growth from all over the world. We are now a global center for advanced manufacturing. We lead the nation in life sciences hiring, with cures for cancer and breakthroughs in personalized medicine discovered and delivered here. More people choose Phoenix as their new home than any other U.S. city. This is a city of opportunity and we’re primed and ready for your business to succeed here​.<br></p></div> 10 _self GP0|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;L0|#041a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da|Home Page;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4 No Mayor Kate Gallego, City of Phoenix Hot Phoenix Bioscience Core https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=3 Phoenix Bioscience Core 20 https://phoenixbiosciencecore.com/ _blank GP0|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;L0|#041a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da|Home Page;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4 Logos sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Links/Attachments/3/PBC Logo 2022-Black.jpg CED-Links Logo Let TeamPHX Be Your Concierge https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=2 Let TeamPHX Be Your Concierge <div class="ExternalClass1D1C06B8A562492CBA8AE403A2CB4BA0"><p></p><p>​Business Solutions made easy – contact TeamPHX, your dedicated team of business professionals. Our Concierge Services provide a one-stop solution for navigating City departments, expanding operations, and making community connections. Let us be your guide so that you can concentrate on what matters most – your business growth!​​<br></p></div> 20 Discover More https://www.investinphoenix.com/grow-expand/business-resources _blank _blank Coworkers helping each other GP0|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;L0|#041a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da|Home Page;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4 sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/Attachments/2/TeamPHXRED.jpg Colorblock Left Red Blue Block Left Arizona @ Work https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=7 Arizona @ Work 22 https://arizonaatwork.com _blank GP0|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;L0|#041a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da|Home Page;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4 Logos sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Links/Attachments/7/LOGO 20210326 Arizona@Work.jpg CED-Links Logo Phoenix Sister Cities https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=4 Phoenix Sister Cities 24 https://www.phoenixsistercities.org _blank GP0|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;L0|#041a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da|Home Page;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4 Logos sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Links/Attachments/4/PhoenixSisterCities.png CED-Links Logo Film Phoenix https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=6 Film Phoenix 26 /industries/film _blank GP0|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;L0|#041a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da|Home Page;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4 Logos sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Links/Attachments/6/50th-FilmPHX Logo-Horizontal-Web-BW.png CED-Links Logo The Future is Phoenix https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=101 The Future is Phoenix 28 https://www.investinphoenix.com/why-phoenix/the-future-is-phoenix _blank GP0|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;L0|#041a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da|Home Page;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4 sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Links/Attachments/101/logo-the-future-is-phoenix-black-green.jpg CED-Links Logo Phoenix’s Talent Toolkit https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=18 Phoenix’s Talent Toolkit <div class="ExternalClassC36519DAA96E4B41B02E6C73E1865AEE"><p>We help companies build competitive teams by leveraging pipelines of upskilled talent, targeted recruiting events, and integrated education partners. Companies can tap Phoenix's workforce ecosystem to secure personnel equipped to sharpen competencies and accelerate strategic priorities.​<br></p></div> 30 Discover More https://www.investinphoenix.com/workforce _self _self Staff training GP0|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;L0|#041a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da|Home Page;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4 sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/Attachments/18/Photo_CED-MCU_8-29-23_006.jpg Colorblock Right Green Blue Block Right Ranked #1 for Manufacturing Growth https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=509 Ranked #1 for Manufacturing Growth <div class="ExternalClassCC9C352ABC0E42ACBFEB8C247D737CAF"><div><div><div class="flex gap-0.5" style="box-sizing:border-box;border-width:0px;border-style:solid;display:flex;"><button class="contents" style="border-width:0px;font-family:inherit;font-size:16px;font-weight:inherit;line-height:inherit;color:inherit;margin:0px;padding:0px;background-color:transparent;background-image:none;cursor:pointer;display:contents;"></button><br>​<p>​<br></p><p>Phoenix ranked first for projected manufacturing job gains by Newmark Group. The report analyzed manufacturing jobs announced, labor pool, and energy costs. Phoenix leads among large metros for manufacturing growth. The Newmark report highlights growth in automotive, biomanufacturing, digitalization, and energy production.<br></p><div><br>​<br></div><p><br></p></div></div></div></div> 32 See More https://www.investinphoenix.com/Documents/Manufacturing-Momentum_Part-Two_January-2024_Secured.pdf _blank _self Phoenix Industrial Growth GP0|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;L0|#041a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da|Home Page;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4 sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/Attachments/509/tsmc-aerial-2025.png Image Left Block Left Accelerate Your Business https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=378 Accelerate Your Business <div class="ExternalClass94672768CFBC40D19BC1DBCF74DBF456"><p></p><p>Tap into robust resources that will allow you to sharpen operations and grow strategically. Our regional support includes financing vehicles, facility modernization incentives, workforce services, and so much more. Phoenix empowers executives with the solutions to optimize ventures now and into the future so decision-makers can propel their organization's advancement.​<br></p></div> 35 Learn More https://www.investinphoenix.com/grow-expand/state-local-programs _self _self GP0|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;L0|#041a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da|Home Page;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4 sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/Attachments/378/AccelerateBiz.jpg Image Right Block Right TSMC https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Hero/DispForm.aspx?ID=22 TSMC <div class="ExternalClass7DA3DD5CDA104EB1AC4D831C6E9C45C9"><p>TSMC: Historic U.S. Greenfield FDI​ has signifanctly expanded into Phoenix, creating a full semiconductor supply chain ecosystem. Producing 60% of the world's chips, TSMC delivers top performance for smartphones, cars, satellites, defense systems, and more.<br></p></div> 50 See Phase One /why-phoenix/success-stories/tsmc _self _self GP0|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;L0|#041a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da|Home Page;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4 2 sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Hero/Attachments/22/TSMC-BottomHero1.jpeg Hero PetSmart https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Hero/DispForm.aspx?ID=23 PetSmart <div class="ExternalClassF3AE658D1F784129863B26CB755514C9"><p>​PetSmart has revolutionized the pet supply industry. With pet companionship growing, PetSmart sees the valley as pivotal to it's continued growth.<br></p></div> 51 Start Here /why-phoenix/success-stories/petsmart _self _self GP0|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da;L0|#041a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254da|Home Page;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4 2 sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Hero/Attachments/23/PetSmartBanner.jpg Hero     Job Fair: Explore Career Opportunities with TTEC https://www.investinphoenix.com/events/76 Job Fair: Explore Career Opportunities with TTEC <div class="ExternalClass2A036ACCFE744E3B8B5F01503DAD1940"><p>Explore career opportunities with TTEC by attending a job fair on October 27 from 9 a.m. to noon at South Mountain Community Library, 7050 S. 24th St.</p><p>Available positions include:</p><ul dir="" class="" style=""><li>Customer Services Concierge Support<br></li><li>B2B Inside Sales Representative (in-office/work-from-home hybrid)</li><li>B2B Customer Service Representative - Sales Appointments - Outbound (in-office/work-from-home hybrid)</li></ul><p>Pay rate: </p><p>$18.50-$23.50/hour​<br><br></p><br></div> 10/27/2026 7:00:00 AM 10/27/2026 4:00:00 PM <div class="ExternalClass72E4F8C0D03A4111AA48C006F6608F82"><p>9 a.m.-noon<span id="ms-rterangecursor-start"></span><span id="ms-rterangecursor-end"></span><br></p></div> South Mountain Community Library 7050 S. 24th St., Phoenix, AZ 85042 https://maps.app.goo.gl/cA43gxVzFppsGnDf7 Workforce Development _self https://www.investinphoenix.com/workforce <i class="fa-duotone fa-file-lines"></i> Event Flyer (English/Spanish) _self https://www.investinphoenix.com/Documents/AZ@Work_Hiring_Event_Flyer_10_27_2026.pdf <i class="fa-duotone fa-globe"></i> Contact Us mailto:business.services@phoenix.gov _self Hiring/Recruiting sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/Events/Attachments/76/Photo_MCU-UMOM_6-12-24_028.jpg 76     Tesoro VC Announces Frontier Forum in Partnership with the City of Phoenix https://www.investinphoenix.com/news/101 Tesoro VC Announces Frontier Forum in Partnership with the City of Phoenix <div class="ExternalClass647F9D31CB9A4567888ED96A7D681649"><p><span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span>PHOENIX, Ariz. –​<span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span> Tesoro VC, in partnership with the City of Phoenix, today announced Frontier Forum, a new annual gathering taking place March 29, 2027, alongside SEMICON West in Phoenix. The Forum will connect emerging technology companies with venture investors and strategic industry partners to advance investment, customer relationships and commercialization.</p><p>Only 50 startups will be selected, spanning pre-seed through Series B and demonstrating credible technical progress or commercial validation. Planned startup participation spans the U.S, Taiwan, Korea, Japan, the United Kingdom, France, Canada, the Netherlands and Germany.</p><p>For venture investors, Frontier Forum offers access to selected global founders and emerging investment opportunities, alongside industry perspectives on customer demand, technical requirements and pathways to adoption.</p><p>The forum will take place Monday, March 29, 2027, from 1 to 5 p.m., the day before SEMICON West opens in Phoenix. The City of Phoenix Welcome Reception will follow from 5 to 7 p.m., welcoming global founders, investors, industry leaders and international delegations to begin the week. All times are Phoenix time. Venue details will be announced at a later date.</p><p>Focus areas include semiconductors, advanced packaging, AI infrastructure, advanced computing, physical AI and robotics, quantum, advanced materials, health and biotechnology, and dual-use and defense technologies.</p><p>Tesoro VC focuses on the enabling technologies connecting AI, semiconductors, robotics, quantum, and health and biotechnology. Their convergence is creating opportunities for a new generation of companies: chips that deliver more efficient AI computing, intelligent machines that operate in the physical world, quantum technologies that expand computing capabilities, and innovations that advance healthcare.</p><p>“Phoenix is a place where entrepreneurs, industry and global partners build the future together. Through Frontier Forum, our partnership with Tesoro VC will bring founders and investors into conversations about emerging technologies, business growth, and new opportunities. We look forward to welcoming participants to Phoenix and advancing next-generation innovation to strengthen America's economic competitiveness,” Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego said.</p><p>The planned program includes selected startup presentations, a VC panel, a CVC panel, a fireside conversation and curated introductions. Presenting companies will be selected from the 50 invited startups. Speakers and the detailed agenda will be announced at a later date.</p><p>For corporate leaders, the Forum offers opportunities to meet companies aligned with technology roadmaps, explore potential pilots and commercial partnerships, and identify strategic investment opportunities. Founders can engage directly with potential customers, investors and partners to discuss adoption requirements, financing and global market access.</p><p>Tesoro VC’s partner approach connects pre-event technology priorities with tailored company introductions and follow-up discussions, helping participants focus their time on relationships relevant to their investment and business objectives. Partners can engage through curated introductions, focused discussions and opportunities for ongoing collaboration.</p><p>“The convergence of AI, semiconductors, robotics, quantum and biotechnology is opening the door to a new generation of companies that can reshape industries. Frontier Forum brings these founders together with their next customers, strategic partners and investors to turn breakthrough technologies into products, partnerships and businesses that scale. We want Phoenix to be where those relationships begin and the next generation of global companies takes shape,” Andy Lombard of Tesoro VC said.</p><p>Startup applications open November 1, 2026, and close December 31, 2026. Application instructions and selection details will be announced soon.</p><p>Venture investors and corporate leaders can express interest in attending, curate meetings or strategic partnerships at <a href="mailto:info@tesoro.vc">info@tesoro.vc</a>. Startup participation and sponsorship inquiries may also be directed to <a href="mailto:info@tesoro.vc">info@tesoro.vc</a>.<br></p><p>Additional event information will be available at <a href="https://techfrontierforum.com/" target="_blank">techfrontierforum.com</a>.<br></p><p><strong>About Tesoro VC</strong><br>Tesoro VC is a global venture investment and commercialization platform focused on AI, semiconductors, physical AI and robotics, quantum, health and biotechnology, and dual-use and defense technologies. Through venture investing, startup acceleration and strategic industry partnerships, Tesoro connects emerging companies with customers, capital, technical resources and​<span id="ms-rterangecursor-start"></span><span id="ms-rterangecursor-end"></span> global markets. Based in Phoenix, Tesoro links U.S. innovation and industry with ecosystems across Asia and Europe to help founders turn breakthrough technologies into scalable businesses.</p><p><strong>Media Contact:</strong><br>Tesoro VC: <a href="mailto:info@tesoro.vc">info@tesoro.vc</a><br></p></div> A graphic that advertises Frontier Forum by Tesoro VC in partnership with City of Phoenix on March 29, 2027 in Phoenix, Arizona. sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/News/Attachments/101/Frontier Forum - Tesoro VC 2.png 10/13/2026 9:52:35 PM Vitalant Launches Cell-Based Analytics Lab at Phoenix Bioscience Core https://www.investinphoenix.com/news/100 Vitalant Launches Cell-Based Analytics Lab at Phoenix Bioscience Core <div class="ExternalClass97A308AC514344DA982CD455EF3C57E7"><p><span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span>PHOENIX, Ariz. – <span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span>Vitalant, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organizations, announced on October 5 the launch of its analytics lab at the Phoenix Bioscience Core, expanding its cell and gene therapy (CGT) analytical capabilities for developers of allogeneic cell therapies. The new laboratory will support cell-based analytics, providing enhanced characterization of allogeneic donors and immune profiling, and offering flexible support for assay development across cell-based analytics platforms.</p><p>This latest facility with specialized equipment is designed to serve biotech and pharmaceutical therapy developers and other teams seeking access to scie<span id="ms-rterangecursor-start"></span><span id="ms-rterangecursor-end"></span>ntific expertise and broader donor datasets. The analytics lab, which supports a wide range of immunomodulatory drug developers, is part of Vitalant's integrated clinical, production and testing network organized around centers of excellence, creating community access across Vitalant’s national footprint.</p><p>The lab is anchored within the Phoenix Bioscience Core, a 30-acre life sciences innovation district in the heart of Downtown Phoenix and part of Vitalant’s flagship presence in the city. This summer, Vitalant also unveiled new investigative and diagnostic analytical capabilities through its expanded coagulation laboratory in Pittsburgh.</p><p>"Phoenix has built a life sciences ecosystem where research, talent and innovation come together to improve lives,” Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego said. "Vitalant’s new analytics lab strengthens the Phoenix Bioscience Core with advanced capabilities that can help accelerate the development of next-generation therapies. Continued investments like this reinforce Phoenix’s role in advancing healthcare innovation here and around the world.”</p><p>The analytics lab supports the growth of Vitalant's characterized allogeneic donor base and nationwide collection infrastructure. By expanding characterization capabilities, Vitalant aims to help developers evaluate source material more effectively and, over time, explore data-driven approaches to therapy selection based on patient-cell characteristics.</p><p>"Our new analytics lab strengthens Vitalant’s clinical, technical and scientific capabilities and insights offered to allogeneic therapy developers," Becky Cap, Senior Vice President of biotherapies at Vitalant, said. "This coordinated ecosystem provides the critical infrastructure and services developers need to scale advanced therapies and bring innovative treatments to patients faster."<br></p><p><strong>About Vitalant</strong><br>Vitalant is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organizations, providing hospitals and patients across the U.S. a safe blood supply, specialized laboratory services, transfusion medicine expertise and world-renowned research. Our biotherapies program addresses a critical gap in the rapidly evolving cell and gene therapy landscape, bridging the space between patient needs and the current capabilities of the healthcare environment. We connect hospitals, therapeutic developers and patients, enabling the delivery of care to the communities where patients live. Learn more at <a href="http://biotherapies.vitalanthealth.org/">biotherapies.vitalanthealth.org</a>.</p><p><strong>Media Contact:</strong><br>Athena Sanchez, Senior Public Information Officer<br>Phoenix Community and Economic Development Department<br>602-621-0507 (call/text)<br><a href="mailto:Athena.Sanchez@phoenix.gov">Athena.Sanchez@phoenix.gov</a><br></p></div> A modern laboratory with multiple workstations where several lab personnel in protective coats are working with scientific equipment and computers. sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/News/Attachments/100/Vitalant.jpg 10/9/2026 7:26:25 PM Mercury Systems Celebrates Expansion of Phoenix Production Facility https://www.investinphoenix.com/news/99 Mercury Systems Celebrates Expansion of Phoenix Production Facility <div class="ExternalClass2D03902711DF4C4B8B494E061EC0C238"><p>PHOENIX, Ariz. –​ ​Mercury Systems, Inc., a global leader in aerospace and defense electronics, celebrated on October 9 the expansion of its Phoenix production facility, adding 50,000-square-feet of manufacturing space that allows the company to increase production capacity and accelerate delivery timelines through vertical integration to support critical U.S. and international defense programs. </p><p>As the U.S. and its allies accelerate military hardware production across all battlefield domains, Mercury is taking steps to increase manufacturing capacity and efficiency in its operations. The company has invested to build out a new, highly automated manufacturing facility on the company's existing Phoenix campus, which is expected to create more than 50 jobs in the next year, with significant capacity for future growth.</p><p>Mercury's Phoenix campus is already the company's largest manufacturing center, with more than 400 employees. The existing facility manufactures printed circuit board assemblies used across Mercury's product lines and delivers cutting-edge memory solutions, high-performance space drives, and advanced packaging technologies built to operate in extreme environments. Operations in Mercury's new building in Phoenix began in the third quarter of fiscal year 2026 and will allow the company to ramp up production for a number of critical products and programs, including its Common Processing Architecture programs.</p><p>"We are excited to expand our presence in Phoenix and bring more capacity online to meet customer demand for high-performance processing capabilities that ensure mission dominance for the warfighter at the edge," Tod Brindlinger, Mercury's Senior Vice President of Operations, said. "We see strong demand signals across our portfolio, ending fiscal year 2026 with record bookings and backlog that our expanded production facility will help us to execute against."<br></p><p>"Arizona has become a critical hub in the nation's defense and advanced manufacturing supply chain," Sandra Watson, President and CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority, said. "By expanding its largest manufacturing center here, Mercury will strengthen essential U.S. and international defense programs while reinforcing Arizona's national leadership in aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing <span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span>–​<span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span> all while creating high‑skilled jobs for our state."<br></p><p>"Mercury Systems' continued investment in Phoenix emphasizes the strength of our advanced manufacturing ecosystem and the confidence industry leaders have in the city's talent, business environment, and long-term growth potential," Ryan Touhill, City of Phoenix Community and Economic Development Director, said. “This expansion not only brings more high-quality jobs to our community, but also reinforces Phoenix's critical role in supporting national defense and aerospace programs. We're excited to see Mercury deepen its roots in Phoenix."</p><p>Visit the <a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.mrcy.com/careers&data=05%7c02%7calyssat%40azcommerce.com%7c5262db0a538a49c6dfad08df1ef482a7%7c2b8d0fc020334ec9922c3f0d10a653f6%7c0%7c0%7c639263707696663188%7cUnknown%7cTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7c0%7c%7c%7c&sdata=yMIMhpwX93IB/TSsvKjyoPDlR6FwEDmN4ZhXV%2BmzbF0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank">Mercury careers webpage</a> to explore job opportunities.<span id="ms-rterangecursor-start"></span><span id="ms-rterangecursor-end"></span><br></p><p><strong>About Mercury Systems</strong><br>Mercury Systems is a global leader in aerospace and defense electronics, providing breakthrough capabilities in signal and data processing. With a four-decade legacy of innovation that spans silicon to systems and RF front ends to effectors, Mercury accelerates commercial technology adoption to deliver powerful and secure mission-critical processing solutions to the edge. Mercury is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, and has multiple locations worldwide. To learn more, visit <a href="https://www.mrcy.com/" target="_blank">mrcy.com​</a>. (Nasdaq: MRCY)<br></p><p><strong>Media Contact:<br></strong>Alyssa Tufts, Arizona Commerce Authority<br><a href="mailto:alyssat@azcommerce.com">alyssat@azcommerce.com</a></p></div> A group of people stand in a line outside a building holding a red ribbon during a ribbon‑cutting ceremony. sts4s://www.investinphoenix.com/attachmentUrl=https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/News/Attachments/99/Mercury Systems expansion ribbon cutting.jpg 10/9/2026 7:08:05 PM