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GE Aerospace invests $225M to modernize Niskayuna research center

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GE Aerospace plans to create 75 new full-time jobs over five years at its Niskayuna research center as part of a modernization project.

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NISKAYUNA, N.Y. (WNYT) - GE Aerospace plans a $225 million upgrade of its Niskayuna research center, with state and local support tied to jobs and long-term aerospace research. GE Aerospace announced Monday, Sept. 21, that it will invest funds to modernize the GE Aerospace Research Center in Niskayuna. The state of New York committed $8.4 million in tax credits through Empire State Development, and the Schenectady County Metroplex Development Authority added local incentives valued at $5.3 million. The company said the project will create 75 new full-time jobs over five years and support short-term construction work. GE Aerospace said about two-thirds of the investment will go toward infrastructure upgrades, with the rest paying for advanced research equipment and technology. GE Aerospace said work will begin immediately and research operations in Niskayuna will continue with minimal disruption during construction. The company said the site has operated for more than 75 years and now supports work in AI, autonomy, robotics, advanced materials, future manufacturing, hypersonic propulsion and hybrid electric flight. "The future of flight is developed through rigorous scientific and technical pursuit spanning decades. We are ready to turn this investment into breakthroughs that will define the next era of aviation. We are grateful to our state and regional partners for their...

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Headcount growth

What this signalsFast hiring often means budgets are growing.

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75
Location
Niskayuna, New York, United States

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75

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90%
Detected
Sep 21, 2026
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