$80M Radiance Technologies Microchip Facility Coming to Ruston

Louisiana is cementing its role in the future of advanced manufacturing and national security. Governor Jeff Landry announced Monday that Radiance Technologies will invest $80 million to build a secure microchip packaging facilityin Ruston in partnership with Louisiana Tech University, the City of Ruston, the Louisiana Tech Foundation, and Louisiana Economic Development.

The 40,000-square-foot facility, located just north of the Ruston Sports Complex, will support critical U.S. defense and financial infrastructure by producing secure microchips for sensitive applications. Construction is set to begin in spring 2026 with completion projected for summer 2027. By 2032, the project is expected to create 150 new jobs with an annual payroll of $12.7 million.

A Statewide Win

Governor Landry underscored the project’s significance for both national security and Louisiana’s economic future:

“North Louisiana has answered the call to defend our nation for generations, and today we carry that tradition forward with this landmark investment from Radiance Technologies. This facility strengthens our national security while positioning North Louisiana as a hub for advanced manufacturing.”

Partnership Model

The Louisiana Tech Foundation will construct the building on city-donated land, generating lease revenue that will support the foundation’s mission. The collaboration highlights the state’s growing emphasis on higher education partnerships and public-private cooperation.

Radiance Technologies CEO Bill Bailey called the project a “win-win” for all involved:

“We’re honored by the trust being placed in us and recognize what makes this region truly special. This facility will benefit Radiance, Louisiana Tech, Ruston, and the entire state.”

Building on Louisiana Tech’s Expertise

Louisiana Tech President Jim Henderson noted that the facility builds on the university’s strengths in cybersecurity, microelectronics, and advanced manufacturing.

“Our faculty will continue to play a significant role in Radiance’s research and development, our students will benefit from experiential learning, and our graduates will provide the highly skilled workforce this project demands,” Henderson said.

Looking Ahead

The announcement adds to Louisiana’s growing portfolio of high-tech, defense-related investments, anchoring Ruston as a strategic hub for innovation in the decades ahead.