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April 17, 2025 | BUSINESS WIREEstimated reading time: 1 minute
As part of its strategic commitment to strengthening domestic semiconductor manufacturing, Spirit Electronics has acquired SMART Microsystems, located at Lorain County Community College (LCCC) in Ohio. This expansion into Northeast Ohio marks a significant step in fostering academic and industry collaboration to accelerate innovation and workforce development in the U.S. semiconductor sector.
“This acquisition supports our mission to expand U.S. semiconductor capacity with secure, high-reliability solutions,” said Marti McCurdy, CEO of Spirit Electronics. “Partnering with LCCC allows us to invest directly in the future talent pipeline and emerging technologies that are critical to national security and domestic innovation.”
Located within the LCCC campus, SMART Microsystems will serve as a hub for advanced research and education in materials, MEMS, and advanced packaging technologies, including 2.5D and 3D integration.
“We are proud to collaborate with Spirit Electronics to bring new opportunities to Northeast Ohio,” said Dr. Marcia Ballinger, President of Lorain County Community College. “This partnership enhances our ability to prepare students for high-tech careers while contributing to the growth of a robust semiconductor ecosystem in our region and beyond.”
Together, Spirit Electronics and LCCC are laying the foundation for a resilient, innovation-driven semiconductor future.
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