Hexcel Corporation will build a flagship Center of Excellence for Research & Technology to support next-generation developments in advanced composites, adding up to 150 new jobs in the next 12 years. The expansion includes capital expenditures of $25 million.

Hexcel is a global advanced composites technology leader, serving customers in commercial aerospace, space and defense, and industrial markets.

The company engaged Olivia Byrne of K&L Gates LLP forsite selection services.