Space Technology Company Umbra to Invest $6.75 Million to Establish Operations in Fairfax County

New Reston Facility Wiill Accelerate U.S. Space Innovation and Create More than 100 New High-Tech Jobs

Fairfax County, Virginia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 12, 2026) - Umbra, a leading U.S. space technology company specializing in advanced remote sensing and resilient satellite systems, will invest $6.75 million in Fairfax County to expand their presence in Northern Virginia to support U.S. space innovation. The company will open a new 20,000 square-foot office in Reston, strengthening the region's role as a leading hub for the nation's space and defense industries.

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"As demand increases for high-performance, U.S.-built space systems, Umbra is proud to expand our operations in Northern Virginia," said David Langan, CEO of Umbra. "A decade ago, we set out to transform how remote sensing data is delivered, and we have consistently raised the bar for speed, quality, and reliability. Today, Umbra leads in modern mesh antenna technology and persistent remote sensing capabilities that support critical national security and commercial missions. This expansion strengthens our ability to grow our team, hire top talent across the region, and build on our track record of delivering resilient systems faster and more cost-effectively. We're grateful for our partnership with the Commonwealth of Virginia, and this investment marks an important step in our growth."

The Fairfax County expansion will create more than 100 high-tech jobs, with employees supporting Umbra's rapidly growing remote sensing data and custom satellite systems divisions.

"We are honored that Umbra has chosen Fairfax County for their next phase of growth," said Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman Jeffrey C. McKay. "Fairfax County has quietly become home to one of the nation's most concentrated space ecosystems, with more than 150 companies supporting space-related missions, and over half of them choosing to expand or relocate here in just the past few years," Chairman McKay continued. "This momentum reflects the depth of talent, trusted partnerships, and proximity to the agencies shaping the future of space here in Northern Virginia. We are grateful for Umbra's investment and for the role they play in strengthening a community that understands both the responsibility and opportunity of supporting the nation's space priorities."