Oxnard UAV Developer Opens Manufacturing Center in Arkansas

Swarm Aero expands operations with new 80,000 sq ft facility to produce thousands of large uncrewed aerial vehicles.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Swarm Aero, a developer of large uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) swarms, has announced the opening of its Advanced Manufacturing Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The new 80,000 square foot facility will allow Swarm to accelerate the development and deployment of its large UAV technology, with the ability to produce thousands of UAVs and create hundreds of high-skill aerospace jobs over the next decade.

Why it matters

The expansion into Arkansas represents a significant milestone for Swarm Aero as it seeks to capitalize on the growing demand for large UAV technology, particularly in military and defense applications. The new manufacturing center will enable the company to scale up production and solidify its position as a leader in the uncrewed aerial vehicle market.

The details

Swarm Aero, which is headquartered in Oxnard, California, chose Fayetteville, Arkansas as the location for its new manufacturing center after evaluating more than 20 potential sites across the country. The company cited the exceptional talent and partners available in Northwest Arkansas as key factors in its decision. The new facility will have the capability to produce thousands of large UAVs and is expected to create hundreds of high-skill aerospace jobs over the next 10 years.

  • Swarm Aero announced the opening of its Advanced Manufacturing Center on February 18, 2026.
  • The ribbon-cutting event for the new 80,000 square foot facility in Fayetteville, Arkansas took place on February 23, 2026.

The players

Swarm Aero

A developer of large uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) swarms, headquartered in Oxnard, California.

Danny Goodman

CEO and co-founder of Swarm Aero.

Steve Womack

Congressman representing Arkansas's 3rd congressional district.

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What they’re saying

“We looked at over 20 states before deciding to put down manufacturing roots in Fayetteville, Arkansas. We chose Northwest Arkansas because of the exceptional talent and partners, and we're thrilled to continue our growth here.”

— Danny Goodman, CEO and co-founder (Swarm Aero)

“Large UAVs are the future of armed conflict. When paired with our swarm command and control software, they can achieve major combat objectives by cooperating with superhuman dexterity while being several times cheaper than traditional aircraft. This is one of the most consequential developments in modern conflict and we have built an exceptionally talented engineering team to bring this vision to life.”

— Danny Goodman, CEO and co-founder (Swarm Aero)

What’s next

Swarm Aero plans to ramp up production at its new Arkansas facility over the next several years, with the goal of producing thousands of large UAVs to meet growing demand in the military and defense sectors.

The takeaway

Swarm Aero's decision to establish a major manufacturing center in Arkansas highlights the state's growing reputation as a hub for aerospace and defense innovation. The new facility will not only boost the local economy through the creation of hundreds of high-skill jobs, but also solidify Swarm's position as a leader in the rapidly evolving uncrewed aerial vehicle market.