One of North America's largest third-party transport aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul providers is opening a new 607,000 sq. ft. facility in Kansas City, Governor Jay Nixon recently announced. Aviation Technical Services' (ATS) expansion to Missouri is expected to create more than 500 new jobs over the next three to five years, with potential over time for 1,000 employees.
"Once again, Missouri continues to be a global leader in the aerospace and aviation industry," said Governor Nixon. "Following Boeing's decision to bring up to 800 research and IT jobs to the Show-Me State, Aviation Technical Services' announcement is further evidence that Missouri's highly-skilled workforce and pro-business climate make it an outstanding place for companies large and small to prosper. This significant job-creating investment makes it easy to see why Missouri's unemployment rate has been below the national average for 51 straight months."
Headquartered in Everett, WA, ATS is reportedly one of the largest suppliers of airframe maintenance in the world. Since opening with five employees in 1970, ATS has grown to over 1,000 employees who work together to support a global customer base.
The company's Kansas City facility will be its first location outside the state of Washington. Expanding to Missouri will put Aviation Technical Services in closer proximity to some of its largest customers, allowing it to improve customer service and expand its client base. Additionally, Kansas City is home to an international airport and an established aviation department, which will provide Aviation Technical Services competitive advantages and opportunities for future growth.
"This is yet another step to secure ATS' future and ensure long-term stability for our customers, employees and company," said President and CEO Matt Yerbic. "Expanding to Kansas City in the super hangar facility allows us to meet existing customer requirements and adds to our platform from which to grow and diversify our service offerings over time. We plan to continue to grow in new locations that support this model."
"Kansas City has a long history with the airline industry and this announcement shows that the industry's future in Kansas City is as bright as its past," said Kansas City Mayor Sly James. "ATS had many options for its expansion and the fact that they chose Kansas City shows that our city continues to set itself apart from its peers. I am thrilled to welcome ATS, and these new jobs, to our community."
To assist ATS with its expansion, the Department of Economic Development and the City of Kansas City have authorized a strategic economic incentive package that the company can receive if it meets strict job creation and investment criteria.
For more information contact:
Aviation Technical Services
3121 109th St. SW
Everett, WA 98204
888-347-2341 / 425-347-3030
sales@atsmro.com
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