Sodern, a space and defense equipment manufacturer that produces optronic systems such as star trackers and space cameras, has selected Douglas County for its expansion into the United States.
Through its new subsidiary, Sodern America, the company will employ a team of about 20 technical experts and sales staff in a 14,000-square-foot facility in Englewood. The facility includes a clean room for Auriga™ star tracker assembly, integration and testing; advanced testing facilities for high-performance trackers; and a showroom and demonstration area. Sodern is headquartered in Limeil-Brévannes, France, near Paris.
The Colorado Economic Development Commission approved up to $110,094 in performance-based Job Growth Incentive Tax Credits for the company over an eight-year period. These incentives are contingent upon Sodern America meeting net new job creation and salary requirements. Douglas County is also providing local incentives to support the project.
Sodern also considered Alabama, California and Texas for its U.S. expansion.