Industry Solutions
Aerospace & Defense
In aerospace and defense, there is no room for error. Every part has to meet spec, every supplier has to be qualified, and every delivery has to be on time. We connect you with suppliers who understand what is at stake.
Industry Challenges
Strict Compliance Requirements
AS9100, ITAR, NADCAP, and DFARS compliance create a narrow field of qualified suppliers that can be difficult to navigate.
Tight Tolerances & Complex Geometries
Aerospace components demand precision measured in thousandths of an inch with exotic materials that require specialized equipment.
Long Lead Times & Supply Chain Risk
Single-source dependencies and long procurement cycles create vulnerability that can ground production schedules.
Traceability & Documentation
Full material traceability, first article inspection reports, and comprehensive documentation are non-negotiable.
How TPS Solves Them
Pre-Qualified Supplier Network
Our aerospace suppliers maintain AS9100, NADCAP, and ITAR registrations. We have verified their certifications, audited their processes, and know their track records firsthand.
Multi-Source Strategy
We help you build redundancy into your supply chain by qualifying multiple suppliers for critical components, reducing single-point-of-failure risk.
Technical Expertise
We understand aerospace materials — titanium, Inconel, aluminum alloys, composites — and match you with shops that have the right equipment and experience for the job.
End-to-End Support
From initial quoting through first article approval and ongoing production, we stay involved to make sure quality and delivery stay on track.
Why Aerospace Procurement Is Different
Aerospace is not like sourcing parts for a consumer product. The stakes are higher, the specifications are tighter, and the consequences of getting it wrong are severe. A bad weld on a structural bracket, a material that does not meet spec, a supplier that misses a delivery window — any of these can cascade into delays that cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. That is why we take aerospace sourcing seriously. We do not just find you a shop that can make the part. We find you a shop that understands the industry, maintains the right certifications, and has a proven track record of delivering aerospace-quality work on time.
How TPS Supports Aerospace Manufacturers
We start by understanding your program requirements — the materials, the tolerances, the certifications, the volumes, and the timeline. Then we go to our network and identify suppliers who are not just capable but qualified. We look at their equipment lists, their quality systems, their inspection capabilities, and their delivery history. We do not hand you a list of names and walk away. We make introductions, facilitate quoting, and stay involved through production to make sure things go the way they should. When issues come up — and in aerospace, they sometimes do — we are there to help resolve them quickly.
Materials & Processes We Source
Our aerospace supplier network covers the full range of materials and processes the industry demands. CNC machining of titanium, Inconel, stainless steel, and aluminum alloys. Investment casting and precision forging for structural components. Sheet metal fabrication for enclosures, brackets, and airframe components. Wire harness assemblies for avionics and control systems. 3D printing and rapid prototyping for design validation and low-volume production. Whatever the application, we have suppliers who specialize in it.
Services for Aerospace & Defense
Specific procurement capabilities from our supplier network that serve this industry.
CNC Machining
Multi-axis CNC turning, milling, and grinding for precision-machined components.
Castings & Forgings
Investment casting, die casting, sand casting, and forging solutions.
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Precision cutting, bending, forming, welding, and assembly of sheet metal components.
Wire Harnesses
Custom wire harness and cable assembly manufacturing.
3D Printing & Prototyping
Rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing services.
Aerospace & Defense FAQ
Answers to the questions we hear most about sourcing for this industry.
Do your aerospace suppliers hold AS9100 certification?
Yes. Every supplier in our aerospace network maintains current AS9100 registration. We verify certifications before making any introduction and can provide documentation upon request.
Can you source ITAR-controlled components?
Absolutely. We work with ITAR-registered suppliers who understand the handling, documentation, and security requirements for defense-related components.
What aerospace materials can you source?
Our network covers titanium alloys, Inconel, Hastelloy, aluminum (2024, 6061, 7075), stainless steels, tool steels, and engineering plastics like PEEK and Ultem. If you need it, we can source it.
How do you handle first article inspection requirements?
Our suppliers are experienced with FAI per AS9102. We coordinate the process and ensure all documentation — dimensional reports, material certs, process records — is complete before production begins.
Other Industries We Serve
Our procurement expertise spans multiple sectors.
Automotive
High-volume procurement solutions for automotive OEMs and Tier 1-3 suppliers requiring IATF 16949 compliance.
Food & Beverage Equipment
Sanitary and FDA-compliant component sourcing for food processing and beverage equipment manufacturers.
Medical Devices
ISO 13485-compliant procurement for medical device manufacturers requiring precision, traceability, and regulatory compliance.
