Materials
Our shop processes the full range of alloys required in aerospace-grade manufacturing:
Titanium Alloys
Ti-6Al-4V, Ti-6Al-4V ELI - airframe brackets, fasteners, and structural fittings
Aluminum Alloys
7075, 6061, 2024 - lightweight structural housings and mounting components
Nickel-Based Superalloys
Inconel 718, Inconel 625 - engine and exhaust system parts operating above 650°C
Stainless Steels
17-4PH, 15-5PH, 303, 304, 316 - landing gear hardware and hydraulic fittings
Fixtures & Tooling
Compatible with composite assemblies, supporting hybrid metal-composite builds
Every batch of raw material arrives with a certified material test report (MTR) and is logged before it reaches the machine floor, so material composition and heat treatment history are confirmed prior to cutting.
Machining Capabilities
Our equipment list is built around the precision and repeatability that aerospace CNC machining programs require:
Last year, this equipment supported a production run of over 4,000 titanium brackets for a commercial aviation customer, delivered in eight monthly batches with zero dimensional rejections.
Precision & Tolerances
Tolerances as tight as ±0.005mm (±0.0002"), depending on part geometry and material hardness. Every job runs under our AS9100D quality management system, with in-process checks documented at each operation rather than only at final inspection.
Surface finishing options include anodizing (Type II and Type III), passivation, chromate conversion coating, shot peening, and precision grinding - chosen based on the corrosion resistance or fatigue performance called out on the customer's drawing.
Complex Geometries
Some of the more demanding work we take on involves geometries that push standard machining approaches past their limits. Recent projects have included:
Recent Example
A monolithic bracket that previously required assembling six separate pieces was redesigned and machined as a single titanium part, cutting assembly weight by 18% and eliminating four fastener joints. Our team builds the fixturing and toolpath strategy for jobs like this in-house, before the first article is cut - which is where most of the risk in these programs gets caught early.
Quality Inspection
Every part goes through several inspection stages before it ships:
Inspection records are kept for every lot, so a customer auditing a specific batch can trace it back to its CMM report and FAI package on request.
Material Traceability
Every part we ship can be traced back to its original material heat and lot number. This record includes the certified MTR, the supplier it came from, and a log of every process step the part went through on our floor. For customers running AS9100 surveillance audits or investigating a field issue, that chain of custody is often the first document requested - and we keep it on file indefinitely, not just for the length of the contract.
Why Choose Us
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What certifications does your aerospace machining facility hold?
A: We're certified to AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015, the two quality management standards most commonly required by aerospace and defense customers before they'll qualify a new supplier. Certificates and audit history are available on request during your supplier qualification process.
Q: What tolerances can you hold in aerospace CNC machining?
A: Tolerances as tight as ±0.005mm are achievable, though the exact figure depends on part geometry, material, and feature type. We'll confirm achievable tolerances against your specific drawing during quoting, rather than quoting a single blanket number for every part.
Q: Which materials do you machine most often for aerospace parts?
A: Titanium alloys (particularly Ti-6Al-4V), aluminum 7075 and 6061, Inconel 718 and 625, and 17-4PH stainless steel make up the majority of our aerospace production volume. We can also source and qualify other alloys on request for programs with specific material call-outs.
Q: Do you provide material traceability documentation?
A: Yes, every part ships with full material traceability back to its original heat and lot number, including certified MTRs. This documentation is retained indefinitely and can be provided for supplier audits or field investigations at any point after delivery.
Q: Can you handle both prototyping and production volumes?
A: Yes. We've run programs from single first-article samples up to multi-thousand-unit annual contracts, using the same validated process end to end so a part doesn't need to be re-qualified when volume ramps up.
Q: What inspection methods do you use for quality control?
A: CMM dimensional inspection, non-destructive testing (dye penetrant and ultrasonic), and First Article Inspection to AS9102 are standard on every applicable aerospace part. Additional inspection methods can be added for programs with specific customer or regulatory requirements.
Q: Do you machine thin-wall or complex geometry components?
A: Yes, this is one of our core capabilities. We've produced thin-wall housings under 0.5mm wall thickness and monolithic structural parts machined from solid billet, using custom fixturing developed specifically for each geometry.
Q: What's the typical lead time for a custom aerospace part?
A: Lead time depends on part complexity, material availability, and order volume. After reviewing your drawing and specifications, we'll provide a firm quote with a production schedule - typically within a few business days of receiving your RFQ.
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