Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a defense technology firm located in Arlington, Virginia, has announced a $19 million expansion of its headquarters, which will create 210 new jobs. This significant investment is expected to double the company's workforce in the state. The expansion will be supported by an $800,000 grant from the Commonwealth’s Opportunity Fund, along with workforce training assistance from the Virginia Jobs Investment Program. Governor Abigail Spanberger highlighted the expansion as a testament to Virginia's leadership in advanced technology and its commitment to national security. IDT specializes in software and systems integration for U.S. military programs, and the company’s leadership noted that Virginia's skilled workforce and proximity to federal customers were crucial in their decision to expand. Local officials, including Arlington County Board Chair Matt de Ferranti and State Senator Barbara Favola, praised the project for enhancing Arlington's reputation as a center for technology and defense innovation. The Virginia Economic Development Partnership collaborated with Arlington County to facilitate this expansion.