KIHOMAC Will Build Oklahoma City Facility
The company plans a $25 million expansion near Tinker Air Force Base that will create 100 new jobs.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Jobs — General
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KIHOMAC will invest $25 million to construct a new 130,000-square-foot manufacturing plant in Oklahoma City. The facility is expected to create over 100 new jobs upon its planned opening in 2028.
Why it matters
The expansion aims to mitigate supply chain delays by co-locating production capabilities near the company's largest customer base at Tinker Air Force Base. It also provides internal control over critical hardware and circuit board manufacturing timelines.
The new facility represents a massive scale increase from the current 8,000-square-foot operation to 130,000 square feet. Oklahoma's aerospace sector previously saw $44 billion in economic output and 1,300 new jobs during 2025.
The players
KIHOMAC
This engineering and manufacturing firm specializes in aerospace services and hardware production for defense clients.
Tinker Air Force Base
Located in Oklahoma City, this base serves as a major hub for military aircraft maintenance and logistics.
The details
The site will perform metal, composite, CNC, and circuit board manufacturing to improve internal production oversight. The company is currently working to secure the necessary land around its current site to facilitate the growth.
Timeline
The Oklahoma aerospace sector generated $44 billion in economic output in 2025.
KIHOMAC announced its expansion plans during the AFA Conference in September 2026.
Groundbreaking for the new Oklahoma City facility is scheduled for 2027.
The project has a target opening date in 2028.
Market Landscape
This project contributes to the state's broader industrial growth following the $44 billion in economic output generated by the Oklahoma aerospace sector in 2025. It positions KIHOMAC to secure a larger footprint within the specialized defense manufacturing market.
The project will provide over 100 new employment opportunities in the Oklahoma City area. Local businesses and suppliers may also see increased demand as the company scales its manufacturing capabilities.
The takeaway
Manufacturing expansions near major defense hubs like Tinker Air Force Base help stabilize regional supply chains by reducing reliance on external production partners. These projects often serve as primary drivers for localized job creation in technical and industrial sectors.
What happens next
Groundbreaking for the new manufacturing facility is slated to begin in 2027, with the company aiming for a full operational opening in 2028.
Further reading
For broader trends on labor growth, see the Jobs — General section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Journal Record.
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