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Eaton expanding Charleston County operations

$46 million investment in aerospace manufacturing will create more than 50 new jobs.

Eaton, an intelligent power management company, today announced it is expanding its aerospace manufacturing operations in Charleston County. The company’s $46 million investment will create more than 50 new jobs.

In the aerospace industry, Eaton is a leading provider of hydraulic, fuel, oxygen, fluid and air conveyance, electrical, motion control and engine solutions, as well as aftermarket service and support, for commercial and military aircraft.

Eaton will construct a new facility adjacent to its existing facility, located at 7230 Cross County Road in North Charleston, to expand its capability in additive manufacturing, machining, assembly and testing to support a new program win and increase capacity and readiness for future program wins.

The new facility will produce complex hydraulic pumps and motors serving U.S. commercial and defense aerospace platforms. Operations are expected to be online in 2028.

Individuals interested in joining the Eaton team should visit the company’s careers page.