FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), a leading global supplier of semiconductor test and measurement technologies, has officially started site work and equipment installation for its new advanced manufacturing facility in Farmers Branch, Texas — marking one of the city’s most significant economic development milestones to date.
City leaders and company executives have lauded the project as a transformative investment that will bring hundreds of skilled jobs, enhance technological capacity, and reinforce Texas’ growing position in the domestic semiconductor supply chain.
“The immediate economic impact of this project is expected to be transformative, ultimately creating hundreds of new, highly skilled jobs for local residents,” said the Farmers Branch City Council. “FormFactor’s selection of Farmers Branch for its next U.S. advanced manufacturing facility represents the most significant economic development in our city’s recent history.”
City Manager Ben Williamson emphasized the strategic value of the investment:
“The company’s decision to establish operations in Farmers Branch strengthens Texas’s place in the semiconductor ecosystem and fills a key gap in the domestic supply chain.”
FormFactor’s CEO Mike Slessor highlighted the facility’s role in advancing the semiconductor industry’s capacity to power next-generation technologies such as artificial intelligence and data centers.
“We are pleased to partner with the City of Farmers Branch as we take this important step to expand FormFactor’s manufacturing capacity,” Slessor said. “As the world’s leading supplier of advanced probe cards, which are used by global manufacturers of the logic and memory chips at the heart of the AI revolution and data centers, we play a critical role in the global semiconductor industry. We are delighted to see the City’s support of both our and our industry’s growth.”
FormFactor plans to invest over $140 million in capital in 2026 as part of its aggressive ramp-up and qualification plan. The project is set to deliver major economic benefits, from job creation and workforce development to indirect growth for suppliers, construction contractors, and local small businesses.
Farmers Branch Mayor Terry Lynne described the partnership as a validation of the city’s ambitions to become a high-tech innovation hub:
“This announcement validates Farmers Branch as a high-tech destination and secures the City’s place in the rapidly expanding semiconductor ecosystem. The influx of high-value employment will strengthen our economic base, boost ancillary businesses, and dramatically enhance our role in advanced semiconductor manufacturing.”
FormFactor’s technology is central to the manufacturing of microchips. The company has shipped billions of MEMS probes globally and has over 10,000 probe systems installed across Asia, Europe, and North America. Its Farmers Branch facility will expand the company’s U.S. footprint while supporting resilience in the domestic semiconductor supply chain, aligning with national efforts to reduce dependency on overseas manufacturing.
The Farmers Branch project positions Texas as a key node in the U.S. semiconductor resurgence—complementing other high-profile investments across the state. By anchoring advanced chip testing and manufacturing in Farmers Branch, FormFactor’s expansion aligns with federal CHIPS Act incentives and Texas’ regional push for semiconductor self-sufficiency.
The Farmers Branch City Council noted that the collaboration between local government and private industry underscores Texas’ pro-innovation environment.
“The Farmers Branch project illustrates Texas’ vision for a collaborative business environment, where industry, government, and research partners work together to drive innovation and strengthen the nation’s technological resilience,” said Mayor Lynne.
Headquartered in Livermore, California, FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM) provides cutting-edge test and measurement technologies across the semiconductor lifecycle — from design validation and reliability testing to final production. Its global network spans Asia, Europe, and North America, serving leading semiconductor manufacturers worldwide.
For more information, visit www.formfactor.com.
This new facility adds to a growing list of semiconductor investments reshaping North Texas. With over $140 million in planned capital spending, the FormFactor plant is expected not only to bring new engineering and manufacturing jobs but also to catalyze secondary development—including housing, logistics, and supplier networks. The move further solidifies Texas as a national hub for semiconductor innovation, alongside major expansions by companies like Texas Instruments and Samsung.
Originally reported by Form Factor in Quiver Quantitative.
