Huntsville, Alabama, September 23, 2025

News Summary

Akima has opened a new 35,000-square-foot office in Huntsville, Alabama, enhancing its support for the defense, aerospace, and technology sectors. The facility will create new job opportunities and facilitate significant government contract projects. Notable attendees at the ribbon-cutting ceremony included local officials and Army representatives. Akima also aims to engage with the community through sponsorships and donations, marking a commitment to local growth and educational initiatives.

Huntsville

Akima celebrated the opening of its new 35,000-square-foot office in Huntsville, Alabama, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony last week. This expansion is focused on supporting efforts in the defense, aerospace, and technology sectors in Huntsville, which is often referred to as the Rocket City.

The new office aims to bolster the local workforce in vital areas such as aerospace, IT, engineering, logistics, and mission support. As of now, Akima employs around 500 individuals in the Huntsville area, with approximately 85 employees based in the new facility. The company anticipates significant workforce growth in anticipation of upcoming government contract opportunities.

Recent projects awarded to Akima include significant contracts for Army logistics support and a training and simulation project for the Air Force. The new Huntsville office will facilitate both support and direct labor for these projects, focusing on areas such as training, facilities operations and maintenance, ground logistics, and aerospace capabilities.

Designed for collaboration, the office features split spaces for both office use and laboratory work. On the first floor, the facility includes dedicated laboratory space for simulator development, testing, and acceptance, while other areas support virtual product development. The location serves as a convenient meeting point for federal customers based on Redstone Arsenal, including entities such as the FBI and the Missile Defense Agency (MDA).

At Redstone Arsenal, Akima provides an extensive range of facility support services, which encompass engineering, environmental services, and facility/equipment maintenance for various Army and federal tenants. The company offers specialized technology expertise and training for analytical software tailored to the FBI.

In addition to expanding its operational capabilities, Akima is dedicated to engaging with the local community. The company is sponsoring events such as the Rocket City Classic at the Von Braun Center’s Propst Arena, scheduled for December 21. Furthermore, Akima’s subsidiary, Pinnacle Solutions, has pledged $100,000 to the Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering Foundation to support educational initiatives in the region, with a check presentation taking place during the ribbon-cutting event.

Attendees at the ceremony included Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle, Madison County Commission Chairman Mac McCutcheon, members of the U.S. Army, and leaders from various organizations. Also noteworthy is the announcement from Governor Kay Ivey that U.S. Space Command will officially move to Huntsville, which is expected to create additional growth opportunities for Akima.

Key Features of Akima’s New Office

• 35,000-square-foot facility in Huntsville
• Support in defense, aerospace, and technology sectors
• Currently employs ~500 in the area; ~85 in the new office
• Focus on training, facilities operations, and ground logistics
• Specialized in simulation and testing

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Additional Resources

• AL.com: Contractor Expands Defense Tech Operations in Huntsville
• Wikipedia: Huntsville, Alabama
• Washington Exec: Akima Opens New Huntsville Office
• Google Search: Akima Huntsville office
• 1819 News: Contractor Akima’s New Office in Huntsville
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Aerospace
• ExecutiveBiz: Akima’s New Huntsville Office
• GovCon Wire: Akima Secures $563M Army Contract

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