Economic Development E-Newsletter |March 2, 2022
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VIAVI signs office lease in Chandler for global headquarters
Viavi Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: VIAV) (“VIAVI”), a global leader in network testing and optical technologies, has leased 15,000 square feet of office space in Chandler’s Price Corridor. The office building is located within the Allred Park Place development at 1445 S. Spectrum Blvd.

In February 2021, VIAVI announced Chandler was selected for a new advanced manufacturing operation and the relocation of their corporate headquarters from Silicon Valley. VIAVI purchased a 104,000-square-foot industrial building at 3455 S. McQueen Road, where it planned to co-locate its headquarters within the same facility, but recently determined that it needed additional space. The two facilities are separated by only a few miles, with the new office in Chandler’s Price Corridor and manufacturing operation in the Airpark Area.

Combined, the headquarters and manufacturing operations are expected to support 230 jobs. The company has more than 3,600 employees across 22 countries. Since moving its headquarters in 2021, VIAVI has actively contributed to the economic and technological communities in Arizona, including the establishment of a scholarship at the University of Arizona Wyant College of Optical Sciences, creating opportunities for current and future professionals.

"We are excited about this office lease and expect that VIAVI will continue to expand within Chandler in the years ahead," stated Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke. "VIAVI is a world-class advanced manufacturer that is a great fit for Chandler’s highly educated workforce. We appreciate the company’s investment and the high-paying jobs they are bringing to our community."

Chandler Innovations Incubator Starts its 2022 Jr. Track in March
Chandler Innovations, the City's business incubation and entrepreneurial development program, is once again running its Jr. Track for high school students working on STEM-based projects.

The Jr. Track students will begin their 12-week virtual cohort in March. The curriculum covers topics ranging from feasibility to market fit, financials, prototypes, and beyond. The students must be recommended by a teacher or parent and have a STEM-based project or concept.

The program was started in 2019 in collaboration with Rachna Nath, a science educator with Arizona College Prep, Erie Campus. "My students are working on projects that will change lives," said Nath. "I went to Chandler Innovations to collaborate as I knew they had the curriculum that would show my students how to facilitate a sustainable project and work as a team."

ICYMI: Chandler employers are now hiring
If you or someone you know is looking for a rewarding career, below are a few Chandler employers that are now hiring:

  • Northrop Grumman is hosting an onsite hiring event for its Chandler-based Launch Vehicle Division this Thursday, March 3, from 4 to 7 p.m. Register to attend 

  • Arizona Nutritional Supplements is hosting a job fair on Tuesday, March 8, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Flyer

  • GM is hiring several hundred employees for software-based positions at its Arizona Information Technology Innovation Center. To browse positions available in Chandler, visit GM Careers.
ICYMI: 2022 Chandler Innovation Fair recap
The City of Chandler hosted its 11th annual Chandler Innovation Fair on Saturday, Feb 19. Thank you to our exhibitors, sponsors and everyone who came out and made the event a success.
If you were unable to join us, check out our Instagram reel for a quick recap of the festivities.
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