 safran federal systems a leading innovator in high tech positioning navigation and timing pnt products announced the opening of a 12 000 square foot expansion at its headquarters located at 320 north goodman street in downtown rochester new york this significant expansion marks the companys latest milestone in its ongoing commitment to growth innovation and community investment safran federal systems first established its presence in the village gate square within rochesters neighborhood of the arts nota in 2018 but its roots in the greater rochester area go back to 1972 over the years the company has progressively expanded its footprint most recently completing construction on a brand new second floor space earlier this year the newly opened space dubbed the north star operations center noc will be dedicated to the production and manufacturing of the companys cutting edge pnt products further accelerating safrans business operations and enhancing its capability to meet growing market demands the name north star pays tribute to its location on north goodman street the historical significance of the north star in navigation a key area of expertise for safran and the connection to the renowned abolitionist frederick douglass who resided in rochester for 25 years and published his influential anti slavery newspaper the north star from the city to commemorate this exciting development safran federal systems hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony in partnership with the greater rochester chamber of commerce featuring company executives elected officials and community leaders including congressman joe morelle ny 25 assembly member harry bronson ny 138 assemblymember jen lunsford ny 135 rochester deputy mayor michael burns greater rochester chamber of commerce president ceo robert j duffy and director of membership kevin donahue safran continues to lead the charge in innovative technologies like gps inertial navigation and even designing and maintaining the system of bells and clocks used throughout the united states capitol said congressman joe morelle this expansion is a testament to their commitment to our region and their place as a national leader in defense technologies im grateful for our close relationship and i look forward to our continued work together this expansion is not just a testament to our business growth but also to our deep rooted commitment to the rochester community said scott hildebrandt vice president operations of safran federal systems we are thrilled to be creating new jobs and contributing to the economic revitalization of this vibrant neighborhood our investment here reflects our confidence in the future of this city and our dedication to being a positive force for change the new facility underscores safran federal systems mission to drive innovation while fostering local economic development the companys expansion is expected to create dozens of new jobs providing valuable opportunities for local talent and supporting rochesters broader economic landscape as safran federal systems looks ahead the company remains focused on its goals of continued growth and innovation by investing in both its infrastructure and its community safran is not only positioning itself for long term success but also ensuring that the benefits of its growth are shared with the people and neighborhoods of rochester 