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Cowboy Space Leases Facility in Kent for Aerospace Manufacturing

September 17, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Cowboy Space leases 291,035-square-foot facility in Kent.
Facility will support space and rocket development.
Company plans to develop solar-powered orbital data centers.
Expected to add 300 new jobs to the region.

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Strategic Implications

This lease may indicate growing demand for specialized aerospace manufacturing facilities in the Puget Sound region. The company's focus on solar-powered orbital data centers suggests a shift towards more sustainable and efficient space technology, which could have significant implications for the industry.

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What Happened

California Company Expands Presence in Puget Sound Aerospace Hub

Cowboy Space, a California-based aerospace and advanced manufacturing firm, has leased a large facility in Kent to support space and rocket development. The company plans to transform the former Costco warehouse into a specialized manufacturing operation, with a focus on developing solar-powered orbital data centers. The facility is expected to add 300 new jobs to the region’s growing aerospace industry. This development was first reported by an unknown source.

Source | Originally Published: September 16, 2026

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