The future of the Nation’s next generation technology is right here in Central New York.
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) in Rome (AFRL Rome) is one of our nation’s premier hubs for cutting-edge technology and mission-critical research. Located in Rome, New York, AFRL Rome leads the U.S. Air Force in advancing the most essential technologies shaping our national defense: Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, and Cyber (C4I + Cyber). From quantum computing to artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and secure communications, the breakthroughs coming out of Rome Lab touch every domain of military operations from air, space, cyber, and beyond.
A Growing Mission, A Growing Opportunity
AFRL Rome employs over 700 civilian experts, more than 50 active-duty military personnel, and over 420 on-site contractors, and these numbers are growing. As the information battlespace expands, so does the demand for innovative talent and strategic investment in Central New York. Rome Lab is helping the Department of Defense transform Big Data into actionable knowledge, develop secure and resilient communication networks, and drive AI-enabled decision-making at the speed of mission need.
This isn’t just about military technology – it’s about securing Central New York’s place at the forefront of the global innovation economy. Every breakthrough at Rome Lab creates new jobs, draws new investments, and strengthens the region’s high-tech ecosystem.
The Alliance is Leading the Way
The Central New York Defense Alliance works every day to support AFRL Rome’s mission, grow its impact, and bring the next wave of opportunity home to the Mohawk Valley. By advocating for federal investment, championing local partnerships, and shaping policy in Washington and Albany, the Alliance is helping ensure that as the Air Force grows, so does Central New York.
Let’s build the future together.
Join the Defense Alliance today.