DES MOINES, IO, Oct 2, 2026 – Collins Aerospace plans a 14,000-square-foot expansion of its West Des Moines facility, which manufactures aircraft fuel distribution systems and ships more than 25,000 engine nozzles monthly. Construction is scheduled to begin later this month, with completion expected in mid-2027.
The facility produces original equipment components (OEMs) and spare parts for commercial and military aircraft and provides maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services. It also operates as an FAA-certified Part 145 repair station specializing in engine nozzle systems and powerplant accessories.
“The investment at our West Des Moines site demonstrates our commitment to advancing commercial and military aviation through our innovative fuel‑distribution technology,” said James Bagg, vice president and general manager of engine control systems at Collins Aerospace. “This expansion helps us enhance delivery performance, improve manufacturing capabilities and add jobs to meet growing customer demand.”
The West Des Moines operation employs approximately 300 full-time workers. Collins plans to add positions by the end of 2026, with hiring expected to continue into 2027.
The project follows a $14 million, 9,000-square-foot expansion of Collins’ Delavan Drive facility completed in 2023. The expansion increased additive manufacturing capacity with metal 3D printers. The site has also received National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program certification for additive manufacturing.
Source: Collins Aerospace
About Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace, an RTX business based in Charlotte, North Carolina, designs, manufactures and services aerospace and defense systems. Its products include avionics, aerostructures, mission systems, and power and control technologies for commercial aircraft, military aircraft, space systems and connected platforms. The company serves aircraft manufacturers, airlines, defense agencies and business aviation customers. Since 2021, Collins has expanded maintenance, repair and overhaul capabilities in the Asia-Pacific region, including work on electrical power systems, environmental and airframe control systems, and engine control systems. The company employs 150 people in Malaysia and 10,000 people across 24 locations in eight Asia-Pacific countries, including Singapore, China, India, Australia, Japan, Korea and the Philippines. Collins has operated in the region for more than 50 years, providing MRO, manufacturing, engineering, project management and customer support.
About RTX
RTX, formerly Raytheon Technologies, is a global aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems, products and services. It specializes in aircraft engines, avionics, cybersecurity solutions and defense systems, serving the aerospace, defense, intelligence and security sectors. With a history spanning more than a century, RTX combines expertise from its predecessor companies to support technological development. Headquartered in Waltham, MA, the company employs about 185,000 people worldwide. Its clients include the U.S. Department of Defense, the U.K. Ministry of Defence, Airbus and Boeing. RTX supports commercial and military programs by focusing on safety, performance and efficiency, while addressing operational challenges across multiple sectors.
