Grand Prairie is set to welcome a major economic boost as defense startup Covenant emerges from stealth mode with the announcement of a new missile production facility right here in the city — and 300 new jobs to go along with it.

The company, which has been operating quietly until now, officially went public with its plans this week, revealing that its Grand Prairie facility will serve as the production home for its Anthem missile program. The announcement marks a significant moment not just for Covenant, but for the local workforce and the broader North Texas economy.

Alongside the facility reveal, Covenant disclosed a $250 million fundraising round — a sign of serious investor confidence in both the company and its Grand Prairie operations. The startup’s decision to plant roots in Grand Prairie positions the city as a growing hub for advanced defense manufacturing in the region.

For Grand Prairie residents, the promise of 300 jobs represents a meaningful opportunity across a range of skill sets tied to high-tech manufacturing and defense production. The facility is expected to contribute to U.S. defense capabilities through the Anthem missile program, giving the community a direct connection to national security efforts.

The news has drawn attention from outlets including WFAA, Dallas Innovates, and The Dallas Morning News, reflecting the significance of Covenant’s arrival on both a local and regional scale. As the company transitions out of stealth and into full public view, Grand Prairie stands at the center of what could be one of the most consequential defense industry expansions in the Dallas-Fort Worth area in recent memory.

With a well-funded startup, a dedicated production facility, and hundreds of jobs on the horizon, Grand Prairie’s economic future is looking brighter than ever.

Sources: Dallas Innovates, WFAA