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Micron Technology, one of the world鈥檚 largest semiconductor manufacturers, is investing up to $2.17 billion to expand its operations in Manassas 鈥� creating 340 new jobs and modernizing its facility to meet growing demand in automotive, aerospace, defense and industrial markets, the company and Virginia officials announced Monday.
鈥淢icron鈥疶echnology鈥檚 historic investment in Manassas reinforces Virginia鈥檚 position as a leader in advanced semiconductor manufacturing,鈥� Gov. Glenn Youngkin said in a statement. 鈥淭his expansion strengthens America鈥檚 supply chain security while bringing hundreds of new jobs in one of the world鈥檚 most critical industries.鈥�
According to Micron, which has operated in Manassas for 22 years, the project will enable the company to produce advanced Dynamic Random Access Memory chips, which are used in PCs, workstations and servers worldwide, positioning the commonwealth as a critical hub for domestic semiconductor production.
The expansion is backed by federal funding from the bipartisan and several state and local incentives.
The latter include an appropriation of up to $70 million approved by the and workforce development assistance through the , which was recognized as the No. 1 Customized Workforce Training Program in the U.S. by Business Facilities in 2024. Developed by the 聽in collaboration with higher education institutions, the program streamlines the launch of new facilities by offering tailored recruitment and training services.
The combined investments will 鈥渉elp drive economic growth and ensure that the U.S. remains at the forefront of technological advancements,鈥� Micron President and CEO Sanjay Mehrotra said in a statement.
Virginia leaders applauded the expansion as a major win for the state鈥檚 economy and workforce.
鈥淭his transformative investment leverages Virginia鈥檚 world-class talent pipeline and established advanced manufacturing capabilities,鈥� said Secretary of Commerce and Trade Caren Merrick. 鈥淢icron鈥檚 confidence in Virginia sends a clear message that the commonwealth is the premier location for semiconductor manufacturing and technological innovation.鈥�
Stakeholders hope that Micron鈥檚 expansion will enhance America鈥檚 semiconductor supply chain resilience and boost economic activity in Northern Virginia.
鈥淭his expansion strengthens our nation鈥檚 semiconductor supply chain, creates good-paying jobs, and reaffirms Virginia鈥檚 leadership in the future of American manufacturing,鈥� said Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., who authored the CHIPS Act.
Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., echoed the sentiment, highlighting the broader economic and national security benefits. 鈥淓nsuring the U.S. can produce chips is critical for the U.S.鈥檚 economic competitiveness and national security,鈥� Kaine said. 鈥淭his investment will allow us to make more chips here at home, create jobs, and strengthen our supply chains.鈥�
Local leaders also welcomed the announcement, emphasizing its impact on the Manassas community.
鈥淢icron鈥檚 expansion in Manassas boosts the city鈥檚 growing economy and reflects its strong partnership with the nation鈥檚 leading memory chip manufacturer,鈥� said Interim Manassas City Manager Doug Keen.
And Del. Michelle Maldonado, D-Mannassas, called the project 鈥渁 testament to the strength of our economy and the region鈥檚 leadership in semiconductor manufacturing,鈥� adding that it highlights Virginia as 鈥渁 number one place to live, work, and raise a family.鈥�
