Czech Defense Firm Expands in Roswell

A Czech defense firm is expanding its operations in Roswell, with a focus on small jet engines. The company’s activity connects a local Georgia business development to a need in the aviation and defense industries for engines designed for smaller aircraft.

The Roswell effort places the city in the firm’s plans as it builds its presence in the United States. Small jet engines can support aircraft smaller than the large commercial planes that use bigger power systems, making engine production an important part of the aviation supply chain.

The expansion also brings defense-related manufacturing and engineering activity to the Atlanta-area community. The work is centered on the company’s operations and its response to demand for small engines, rather than on a political campaign or election issue.

The firm, its investment level, hiring plans and operating schedule are not established in the available details. Those items would help show the scale of the Roswell operation and its expected effect on the local economy.