Odyssey Systems Celebrates Expansion in Beavercreek, Ohio

The defense contractor supporting Wright-Patterson Air Force Base opens a new facility after significant growth in the past two years.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:55pm

Odyssey Systems, a company that provides critical technologies to the U.S. military, has expanded its presence in Beavercreek, Ohio, near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. The company, which has been in the community for 12 years, celebrated the opening of its new facility on Tuesday, citing growth in the past two years and a desire to continue supporting its mission partners at the base and participating in the local community.

Why it matters

Odyssey Systems is part of the defense acquisition ecosystem, delivering important technologies to warfighters. The company's expansion in Beavercreek, a hub for defense and aerospace companies, underscores the region's importance in supporting Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and the broader military supply chain.

The details

The new facility was completed in less than six months, allowing Odyssey Systems to upgrade and expand its operations. Half of the company's workforce are veterans, and it sees Beavercreek as an important location to help veterans transition to civilian work while also supporting the missions of its military partners.

  • Odyssey Systems has been in the Beavercreek community for 12 years.
  • The company celebrated the opening of its new expanded facility on March 31, 2026.

The players

Odyssey Systems

A company that is part of the defense acquisition ecosystem, delivering critical technologies to warfighters. It has been located in Beavercreek, Ohio, near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, for 12 years.

Matt Kasberg

The CEO of Odyssey Systems.

Brian Cantrell

The associate director of Odyssey's Helicopter Program, who previously served in the military and now supports the company's mission.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to expand our presence and our value to not only our mission partners at the base but also our participation in the local community.”

— Matt Kasberg, CEO, Odyssey Systems

“I remember the support companies like Odyssey provided in a program office that I supported before retirement. It's just another way I can give back since I don't serve in uniform anymore.”

— Brian Cantrell, Associate Director, Odyssey's Helicopter Program

What’s next

Odyssey Systems plans to continue growing its workforce and expanding its support for Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and the local Beavercreek community.

The takeaway

Odyssey Systems' expansion in Beavercreek highlights the important role that defense contractors play in supporting military operations and providing employment opportunities, especially for veterans, in communities surrounding major Air Force bases like Wright-Patterson.