Akima, a contractor that provides services to the federal government, has opened a new 35,000-square-foot office in Huntsville. The company marked the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The new location adds to the presence of defense, aerospace, and technology businesses in the city.

Attendees included Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle, Madison County Commission Chairman Mac McCutcheon, U.S. Army service members, leaders from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, representatives from the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce, industry partners, and Akima employees.

The company said the new facility will support its work in delivering services to federal customers and provide additional space for collaboration. Akima also noted that the Huntsville office will add jobs in areas such as aerospace, IT, engineering, logistics, and mission support.

Akima works with several federal agencies based in Huntsville. At Redstone Arsenal, the company provides engineering, environmental, and maintenance services for organizations including the U.S. Army Materiel Command, U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command, Space and Missile Defense Command, multiple Program Executive Offices, as well as elements of the Defense Intelligence Agency and the Missile Defense Agency. Akima also provides technology support, training, and field services for analytical software used by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

“Huntsville has long been at the heart of America’s defense and space industries, and Akima is proud to expand here in a way that supports both our customers and the community,” said Bill Monet, president and CEO of Akima. “This investment strengthens our ability to deliver for our federal partners, creates new opportunities for talented professionals in the region, and reflects our long-term commitment to the Rocket City.”

Outside of its federal contracting work, Akima participates in a variety of community initiatives and partnerships in Huntsville. The company is the presenting sponsor of the Rocket City Classic, scheduled for December 21, 2025, at the Von Braun Center’s Propst Arena. Akima is also a member of the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce, the National Space Club, the Night Stalkers Association, and the North Alabama Chapter of American Gold Star Mothers, and takes part in local events with the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) and the Army Aviation Association of America (AAAA).

Akima subsidiary Pinnacle Solutions has joined the Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering (ASCTE) as a Partner in Education, contributing $100,000 to the ASCTE Foundation. The donation, presented during the ribbon-cutting ceremony, will support programs aimed at preparing students for careers in cyber, technology, and engineering. The check was presented to PeggyLee Wright, executive director of the ASCTE Foundation, and Matt Massey, president of ASCTE.