IT Services Firm to Invest $6 Million in National Landing Headquarters Move
RICHMOND, Va. (June 2, 2026) — Spatial Front, Inc., a privately held information technologies firm, will relocate its corporate headquarters to Arlington, Virginia, creating 450 new jobs through a $6 million investment in the Commonwealth.
Founded in 2008 and previously headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Spatial Front provides mission-critical IT and professional services primarily to U.S. federal agencies. The company’s core capabilities include geospatial technologies, artificial intelligence and machine learning, systems integration, digital modernization, cloud services, and IT operations and maintenance.
The company’s new headquarters will be located in Crystal City within National Landing, positioning Spatial Front near key federal customers, technology partners and one of the Washington, D.C. region’s leading innovation hubs.
Spatial Front Expands in Virginia’s Technology and Federal Contracting Corridor
Spatial Front’s headquarters relocation strengthens Virginia’s position as a national leader in technology, defense innovation and federal contracting. The move places the company in Arlington’s growing innovation district, where federal agencies, academic institutions, private-sector technology companies and entrepreneurial organizations continue to drive growth across advanced technology sectors.
The company’s investment will support the creation of high-quality jobs while expanding its ability to serve government customers and advance innovation in critical IT service areas.
Project Highlights
- Company: Spatial Front, Inc.
- New headquarters location: Crystal City, Arlington, Virginia
- Region: National Landing
- Investment: $6 million
- New jobs: 450
- Previous headquarters: Bethesda, Maryland
- Industry: Information technology, federal contracting and professional services
- Core capabilities: Geospatial technologies, AI and machine learning, systems integration, digital modernization, cloud services, and IT operations and maintenance
Leadership Commentary
“As Governor, I am proud that Spatial Front is moving their headquarters to Arlington,” said Governor Abigail Spanberger. “The decision to relocate and bring hundreds of high-quality jobs to the Commonwealth reaffirms Virginia’s status as the nation’s premier location for defense and technology innovation. I remain focused on working with state and local partners to bolster that reputation, strengthen our business climate, and cement Virginia as the top state for talent so we can continue to openly welcome growing and expanding companies in every industry.”
“Spatial Front’s decision to relocate their headquarters reflects a confidence in Virginia’s skilled workforce, commitment to innovation, and economic future,” said Secretary of Commerce and Trade Carrie Chenery. “There is no better place than the Commonwealth for the next generation of technology and national companies like Spatial Front. We know a company’s decision to relocate a headquarters is only made after careful consideration of all factors, and Virginia was able to deliver across the board.”
“Virginia brings together a highly skilled workforce and a supportive business climate. By establishing our office in Crystal City, we’re positioning ourselves closer to many of our key customers and partners while placing our team in the heart of one of the region’s most dynamic innovation hubs,” said Spatial Front CEO Amy Gao. “This expansion is a natural next step in our growth, and we look forward to building strong relationships in the community while creating new opportunities for innovation and collaboration.”
“Spatial Front joins a thriving ecosystem of academia, entrepreneurship, government, and industry anchored in Arlington’s new innovation district, the National Innovation Quarter,” said Arlington County Board Chair Matt de Ferranti. “With access to exceptional talent and expertise in Arlington and the Washington, D.C. region, Spatial Front will be well positioned to grow and make an impact from its new home.”
Virginia Supports Spatial Front Headquarters Relocation
The Virginia Economic Development Partnership worked with Arlington County to secure the project for Virginia. Governor Spanberger approved a $500,000 grant from the Commonwealth’s Opportunity Fund to assist Arlington with the headquarters relocation.
Funding and services to support Spatial Front’s employee training activities will also be provided through the Virginia Jobs Investment Program, which helps companies recruit and train workers for new and expanding operations.
Strengthening Arlington’s Innovation Economy
Spatial Front’s relocation adds momentum to Arlington’s continued growth as a hub for technology, defense, cybersecurity, federal contracting and advanced professional services. With its proximity to Washington, D.C., access to a highly educated workforce and strong regional business ecosystem, National Landing continues to attract companies seeking strategic locations for headquarters, innovation and customer engagement.
The company’s new headquarters will allow Spatial Front to deepen relationships with federal customers and partners while expanding its workforce and service capabilities in Virginia.
About Spatial Front, Inc.
Spatial Front, Inc. is a privately held information technologies firm founded in 2008. The company provides mission-critical IT and professional services primarily to U.S. federal agencies. Spatial Front specializes in geospatial technologies, artificial intelligence and machine learning, systems integration, digital modernization, cloud services, and IT operations and maintenance.
