Joe Gibbs Manufacturing Solutions Acquired, Rebranded
JGA Space & Defense Plans Major Facility Expansion
Joe Gibbs Manufacturing Solutions, a subsidiary of Joe Gibbs Racing, has been acquired by Torque Capital Group and rebranded as JGA Space & Defense. The Company is a leading manufacturer of advanced specialty composites and assemblies for solid rocket motor (SRM) propulsion systems, as well as precision machined components for aerospace, space, defense and select racing applications.
“This investment, expansion and rebranding represent an exciting new chapter for JGA Space & Defense.”
Jonathan Saltzman, Torque Capital Group
The new name reflects the company’s evolution from performance racing into a part of the supply chain focused space and defense applications.
Torque and its principals will provide substantial financial and operational resources to support JGA’s growth. This investment will build on the Company’s track record of delivering highly engineered, high-performance solutions and mission-critical quality to its customer base which includes leading innovators in the space and defense markets.
As part of its growth strategy, JGA has secured approximately 60,000 square feet of modern manufacturing space in Huntersville, North Carolina. The Company expects to begin operations in the new facility in the first quarter of 2026, with an option to double the footprint to meet anticipated future demand. The expansion will increase production capabilities, add capacity for key customers and support job creation in the local community.
“This investment, expansion and rebranding represent an exciting new chapter for JGA Space & Defense,” said Jonathan Saltzman, Managing Partner of Torque Capital Group. “As growth-oriented entrepreneurs and operators, we are closely aligned with JGA’s legacy of precision, innovative engineering and excellence, and we are proud to support pivotal roles in the supply chains for both national security and space exploration. With an expanded facility, a growing team and additional manufacturing capabilities, we are well positioned to scale operations, drive innovation and deepen long-term customer partnerships in the space and defense industries.”