Montana

Janicki is expanding to Great Falls, Montana.

Janicki has selected AgriTech Park in Great Falls as the site for its next manufacturing campus. The $800 million investment will add 1.6 million square feet of production space over the next decade, supporting composite and metallic parts, prototypes and assembly work for aerospace, defense and space customers.

Construction begins July 2026, with the first phase opening by the end of 2027. Later phases will add production space as hiring and customer demand grow.

Sustained growth across those markets calls for additional capacity. Janicki’s Great Falls location builds on more than three decades of manufacturing in Washington and Utah, extending that growth into a new state.

By The Numbers

$800
million

Investment

180
Acres

at AgriTech Park

1.6 million
sq. ft.

New production space

2,000+
Jobs

At campus completion

About Us

Janicki is a privately owned engineering and manufacturing company with locations in Washington, Utah and, soon, Montana. Founded in 1993, Janicki designs and builds composite and metallic tooling, parts, prototypes and assemblies for customers across aerospace, defense, space, marine and other industries. Janicki is one of the largest privately owned Tier 1 aerospace suppliers in the United States, with more than 2,000 employees company wide.

Our Story
  • Engineer assembling Aerostructure
  • Wideshot of Janicki 5-Axis Mill
  • Machinist cleaning machine
  • Production Technician Sanding
  • Team members composite layup

Why Great Falls?

Janicki conducted feasibility studies across multiple states before selecting Great Falls. The city offers the land, workforce pipeline and community partnerships needed to support a manufacturing campus of this scale, and AgriTech Park provides room for the campus to grow in phases over the next decade.

Janicki worked closely with the Great Falls Development Alliance, state and local government officials and schools throughout the selection process. That partnership continues as the campus moves from planning into construction and beyond.

Washington and Utah remain home

This expansion adds capacity. It does not replace it. Janicki’s Washington facilities in Sedro-Woolley, Hamilton, Bellingham and Mount Vernon now total more than 1 million square feet, and the company’s Layton, Utah campus continues to expand alongside Great Falls. Growth in Montana builds on that foundation rather than shifting away from it.

Our Facilities
From left: Thomas Janicki, Michael Janicki, COO of Janicki, and Jolene Schalper, executive vice president of the Great Falls Development Alliance, tour the AgriTech Park site.

Careers in Great Falls

Janicki will hire for production, engineering, quality and support roles as the Great Falls campus comes online. Hiring timelines and job postings will be announced as the construction progresses.

Current Job Openings in WA & UT

Frequently Asked Questions

Where exactly will the campus be located?
  • AgriTech Park, south of 18th Avenue in Great Falls.
Will Janicki have a presence in Great Falls before the facility opens?
  • Yes. Janicki plans to open offices in Great Falls in July 2026 to support the construction and design teams working on the project.
What will hours of operation look like?
  • Operational schedules are still being finalized. As the campus grows, Janicki anticipates running multiple shifts to support production requirements and customer demand.
How many people will Janicki hire when the facility opens?
  • Janicki anticipates hiring roughly 200 people as operations begin in the first building, with hiring increasing from there.
What types of jobs will be available?
  • Positions are expected to include skilled trades, manufacturing and production, engineering, quality assurance, maintenance, logistics, administrative support and other professional roles.
Can I apply for jobs now?
  • Not yet. Hiring timelines and job postings will be announced as the project progresses. Check back to this page once hiring begins.
Will hiring prioritize local residents?
  • Janicki will focus on recruiting and hiring candidates from Great Falls and the surrounding region as much as possible.
Do I need manufacturing experience to apply?
  • No. Some positions require specific skills or experience, but Janicki expects to offer opportunities for people who are new to manufacturing and able to learn on the job.
Will there be training or apprenticeship programs?
  • Janicki plans to develop training opportunities and workforce development partnerships to support employee growth.
Will local contractors be hired during construction?
  • Janicki works with a general contractor and architecture firm it has partnered with for many years. That contractor is expected to work with local contractors throughout construction and prioritize local hiring where possible.
Will Janicki recruit at local colleges and universities?
  • Yes. Janicki intends to work with Montana State University, MSU Northern and Montana Technological University through career fairs, advisory boards, internships and workforce development programs.
Will Janicki recruit veterans and military spouses?
  • Janicki plans to engage with military personnel and veterans at Malmstrom Air Force Base, including service members transitioning out of the military and spouses of service members stationed there.
Has an environmental study been completed for the site?
  • Janicki meets or exceeds all applicable state and federal environmental requirements, and environmental reviews and permitting are conducted throughout project development.
What is Janicki's environmental compliance record?
  • Janicki has maintained a strong environmental compliance record, with no significant issues related to stormwater management, air quality or hazardous waste in the last 15 years.
What are the projected power and water usage for the campus?
  • At full completion, Janicki anticipates the campus will use approximately 3.1 million kilowatt-hours of power and 5.2 million gallons of water per year. Water use is primarily domestic, covering sinks, restrooms and employee facilities.
Will hazardous materials be used on site?
  • Yes. Manufacturing operations use materials such as solvents, resins, paints and adhesives. Waste from these processes is managed, monitored and disposed of in accordance with EPA regulations, working with a qualified hazardous waste disposal provider in Montana.
Will the campus affect noise, odor or traffic in the area?
  • Janicki will comply with all applicable local, state and federal regulations related to noise, emissions and transportation, and site design will aim to minimize impact on surrounding areas.
How can I stay informed on construction and hiring updates?
  • Updates will be shared through Janicki communications, the Great Falls Development Alliance, local media and Janicki’s careers page and social media accounts.
Will there be a public open house before the facility opens?
  • Janicki is evaluating opportunities for community engagement, including the possibility of open houses or facility tours as the project progresses.
Who can I contact for Montana-related questions?

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