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Washington Invests $500K in IonQ Expansion, Promising 2,000 Jobs

4/15/2026

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Washington Governor Bob Ferguson allocates $500,000 to support IonQ's expansion in Bothell.
The funding aims to expand IonQ's manufacturing facility and potentially create 1,200 to 2,000 jobs over five years.
About 100 engineering roles are expected in the next 18 months, with an average salary of $177,000.
The Economic Development Strategic Reserve Fund backs the investment, covering building upgrades and workforce costs, with over $14 million in private funding.

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Washington Governor Bob Ferguson allocates $500,000 to support IonQ's expansion in Bothell.
The funding aims to expand IonQ's manufacturing facility and potentially create 1,200 to 2,000 jobs over five years.
About 100 engineering roles are expected in the next 18 months, with an average salary of $177,000.
The Economic Development Strategic Reserve Fund backs the investment, covering building upgrades and workforce costs, with over $14 million in private funding.