Fairfax County, Virginia – Following a regional search, BAE Systems Inc. announced October 8 it will move its headquarters to Fairfax County. The global defense, security and aerospace firm said it signed a lease for office space at 2941 Fairview Park Drive in the Falls Church area of the county, and will move about 350 employees to the space in 2020, furthering Fairfax County’s strengths in the aerospace and defense sector.

“BAE Systems has long been a major employer and corporate citizen in Fairfax County, an important part of our strong aerospace and defense industry sector, and we are proud to see that the company has chosen the Fairview Park area to consolidate its U.S. headquarters operation,” said Gerald L. Gordon, Ph.D., president and CEO of the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA). “The FCEDA has been honored to work with BAE Systems over the years to build its presence here, and we look forward to further opportunities to help the company grow and thrive within the county.”

BAE Systems, Inc. is an international defense, aerospace and security company that delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services.

The company said it conducted a comprehensive assessment of its area facilities, the needs of its workforce and regional office space options before selecting the Fairview Park location. “This new facility has been chosen to consolidate some of our existing facilities to achieve greater efficiencies and offer enhanced opportunities for collaboration among our employees,” the company said in a release.

In Fairfax County, proximity to the Pentagon and major commands, leading defense and aerospace suppliers and organizations affords unique business opportunities. Thirty-five companies on the Defense News Top 100 list of the largest global defense firms have a presence in the county. To learn more about the defense and aerospace industry in Fairfax County, click here.

Time magazine called Fairfax County “one of the great economic success stories of our time.” Business growth and innovation help Fairfax County fund the nation’s top-rated school system and other public services that contribute to the quality of life of residents. Fairfax County offers businesses a state-of-the-art telecommunications infrastructure, access to global markets through Washington Dulles International Airport, a vibrant investment capital community and a highly skilled, well-educated workforce.

The award-winning Fairfax County Economic Development Authority promotes Fairfax County as a business and technology center. The FCEDA offers site location and business development assistance, and connections with county and state government agencies, to help companies locate and expand in Fairfax County. In addition to its headquarters in Tysons Corner, Fairfax County’s largest business district, the FCEDA maintains marketing offices in six important global business centers: Bangalore, Berlin, London, Los Angeles, Seoul and Tel Aviv. Follow the FCEDA on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.