A strategic location for innovation, growth, and long-term success.

Choosing where to locate a business is about more than finding an address—it's about gaining a competitive advantage. From access to world-class talent and strategic infrastructure to a collaborative business community and unparalleled connectivity, the right location can accelerate growth and fuel innovation.

That's why companies across aerospace, defense, artificial intelligence, robotics, advanced manufacturing, consumer products, beauty, and other high-growth industries continue to choose El Segundo.

Over the past five years alone, approximately 80 hard-tech and aerospace startups have established operations in the city, joining a dynamic ecosystem of global corporations, emerging companies, investors, manufacturers, and entrepreneurs that are collectively shaping the future of innovation.

A Connected Innovation Ecosystem

Innovation doesn't happen in isolation. In El Segundo, established industry leaders work alongside the next generation of founders, creating an environment where ideas move faster from concept to commercialization.

Companies benefit from a collaborative business community, access to investors and strategic partners, and proximity to organizations driving advancements in aerospace, defense, AI, and emerging technologies. Whether you're building satellites, software, consumer products, or advanced manufacturing solutions, you'll find yourself surrounded by companies solving complex problems and pushing industries forward.

Access to Exceptional Talent

One of El Segundo's greatest advantages is its workforce.

The city sits at the center of one of the nation's deepest concentrations of engineering and technical talent, with professionals experienced in aerospace, defense, software, AI, robotics, manufacturing, and product development. Combined with nearby universities and research institutions, companies have access to the people needed to build, scale, and innovate.

Strategic Location with Global Reach

Few business locations offer the connectivity of El Segundo.

Just minutes from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), companies enjoy easy access to domestic and international markets, making travel, client meetings, and global collaboration remarkably efficient. The city also provides immediate access to major freeways, the Port of Los Angeles, and the broader Southern California economy.

A Business-Friendly Environment

Growing a business requires more than great ideas—it requires the right support.

Whether you're launching a startup or expanding an established company, El Segundo offers the infrastructure, zoning, and municipal partnership needed to help businesses succeed. The city's commitment to economic development has helped create an environment where companies can move quickly and confidently.

As Jason Fine, Managing Director at JLL, explains:

"Companies can access engineering talent, aerospace and defense partners, specialized facilities, LAX, Los Angeles Air Force Base and a strong base of peer companies—all within a highly concentrated market. That combination is a major competitive advantage as next-generation companies evaluate where to grow."

Work Where You Want to Live

El Segundo offers something increasingly rare: the ability to build a world-class company while enjoying an exceptional quality of life. Its walkable downtown, local restaurants, beaches, parks, and coastal South Bay lifestyle create an environment where employees want to work—and stay.

The Future is Being Built Here

From breakthrough startups to global enterprises, El Segundo has become one of Southern California's fastest-growing centers for innovation. The city's unique combination of talent, infrastructure, collaboration, and location continues to attract companies building what's next.

Whether you're launching your first venture, expanding your operations, or looking for your next competitive advantage, there's a reason so many innovators are choosing El Segundo.

Welcome to the place where big ideas take off.