VA Communications Company Expanding Headquarters, Adding 117 New Jobs

MCLEAN, VA — Iridium Communications Inc., will spend $13 million to expand its headquarters in McLean into a 55,000-square-foot space facility, adding 117 associates to its payroll, according to a release.

“Iridium is proud to continue having Fairfax County, Virginia as the home of our headquarters, and we appreciate the ongoing support of our State and Local leadership,” said Iridium CEO Matt Desch. “Being based in such a centralized location just outside of our nation’s capital has many business-friendly benefits, from a corporate-friendly operating environment and convenience of two nearby major airports, to top institutions of higher education, a strong technology-focused industry presence and an excellent local talent pipeline.”

With this expansion, the global satellite communication company will grow its total workforce in Virginia to nearly 400, with 126 working at its new headquarters located at 1676 International Drive in Tysons. Construction is already in process and the company expects to move in March 2026.

“This significant headquarters expansion reaffirms Fairfax County’s status as the center of gravity for space innovation. When a global leader in this rapidly growing industry chooses to not only stay but grow here, it is a powerful endorsement of our unmatched talent and business ecosystem, world-class infrastructure, and commitment to pioneering discovery,” said Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman Jeffrey C. McKay. “I want to sincerely thank Iridium for continuing to invest in Fairfax County and for deepening their roots in our community.”

Working with the Virginia Economic Development Partnership, the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority secured the project for the county, according to an FCEDA release. Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin approved the $400,000 grant from the Commonwealth’s Opportunity Fund to assist Fairfax County in bringing this project to the Tysons area.

Iridium’s current headquarters is located at 1750 Tysons Blvd., Suite 1400 McLean.

“Iridium’s decision to expand its headquarters in Fairfax County is a clear signal that Virginia remains the destination of choice for global technology companies,” said Youngkin. “The proximity and access to top-tier talent, world-class infrastructure and federal partners offers a strategic advantage to companies like Iridium that are redefining innovation and connectivity. We are proud to support this expansion and the creation of more than 100 high-quality jobs.”

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