Satellite Technology Company E-Space Sets Up North American Headquarters in Arlington

A satellite technology company is one step closer to anchoring its North American operations in Arlington. On Tuesday, Arlington City Council approved a ground lease for a 40-acre parcel at Arlington Municipal Airport that will serve as the North American headquarters of E-Space, a satellite communications company.

About E-Space

According to its website, E-Space is developing new satellite technology “to provide Essential and Smart-[Internet of Things] capabilities from basic messaging services up to voice, video and data for specialized applications.” It also plans to launch thousands of satellites over the next few years “to meet customer requirements across a wide-range of industries.”

Founder and History

The company was founded by tech entrepreneur Greg Wyler, whose past satellite telecommunications ventures include O3b Networks, which was founded in 2008. He also founded OneWeb, which filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2020 and was sold for $1 billion.

Incentives and Agreements

Plans for a 750,000 square foot facility housing E-Space on the airport’s west side have been in the works since 2024, and include a list of incentives Arlington is offering the company to take root in the city. Others include a $50 million contribution for building the company’s new headquarters, which it will lease from the city for $2 million yearly, with a 3% increase every five years for the life of the 30-year agreement.

That means E-Space will be a tenant at the facility, since Federal Aviation Administration regulations prohibit airports from receiving federal grants for selling land to developers. The city is also paying E-Space $2,000 for each Arlington resident hired at the company through 2026 up to $100,000. It will also reimburse E-Space for 50% of the property taxes collected at the site.

Job Creation and Economic Impact

In return, Arlington is requiring the company to establish 400 jobs paying minimum average salaries of $95,000, and anticipates the creation of 2,000 jobs within ten years. The first phase of E-Space headquarters includes a 250,000-square-foot manufacturing and office facility, and 40,000 square feet of hangar space. Plans also call for potential second and third phase expansions of 200,000 square feet and 300,000 square feet, respectively.

(Tom Fox / Staff Photographer)

A small Cessna plane takes off from Arlington Municipal Airport in Arlington, Texas June 25, 2025. E-Space, a satellite communications company, is planning a 750,000 square foot headquarters near the control tower. The city voted on granting the company 40 acres on the west side of the airport for its new facility.

Economic Development Strategy

An initial delivery date for the facility was slated for late 2026. Last year, the city projected the economic impact from its partnership with E-Space would amount to $288 million in salaries at the ten-year mark, and $8 billion at the 30-year mark. Growth of its aerospace technology sector is also part of Arlington’s economic development strategy.

The city is also angling to compete for “high-wage, high-impact” economic growth. Sales taxes collected as a result of the project are valued at $560 million. Representatives for E-Space and Arlington Economic Development Corp. did not respond to a request for comment.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the establishment of E-Space’s North American headquarters in Arlington is a significant development for the city’s economy. The company’s plans to launch thousands of satellites and create hundreds of jobs will have a major impact on the local community. As the city continues to grow and develop its aerospace technology sector, it is likely that we will see more investments and partnerships like this in the future.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is E-Space and what does it do?

A: E-Space is a satellite technology company that is developing new satellite technology to provide Essential and Smart-[Internet of Things] capabilities from basic messaging services up to voice, video and data for specialized applications.

Q: Who founded E-Space?

A: E-Space was founded by tech entrepreneur Greg Wyler, who has also founded other satellite telecommunications companies such as O3b Networks and OneWeb.

Q: How many jobs will E-Space create in Arlington?

A: E-Space is required to establish 400 jobs paying minimum average salaries of $95,000, and anticipates the creation of 2,000 jobs within ten years.

Q: What is the economic impact of E-Space’s partnership with Arlington?

A: The city projected the economic impact from its partnership with E-Space would amount to $288 million in salaries at the ten-year mark, and $8 billion at the 30-year mark. Sales taxes collected as a result of the project are valued at $560 million.