Firehawk Aerospace invests $16.5M, creates 100 jobs in Mississippi

Firehawk Aerospace will invest $16.5 million and create 100 jobs in Lowndes County, Mississippi, marking another high-technology investment for the state.

The company, identified by its name as an aerospace firm, is bringing capital and jobs to the community as part of efforts to expand advanced manufacturing and technology employment in the region.

Economic development officials and state leaders have in recent years sought to attract high-tech employers to diversify Mississippi’s economy and boost job opportunities. Investments like this typically contribute to local payrolls, supplier activity and tax revenues, and can spur additional workforce development efforts.

Lowndes County is in eastern Mississippi and stands to gain from the new positions and associated economic activity. Officials have not provided further operational details, such as a timeline for hiring or the specific types of positions to be created.

We will provide more information as it becomes available.