Defense Manufacturing
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Burke Defense Capacity
For When Mission Success Matters
When schedules tighten, supplier capacity becomes constrained, or critical programs require additional manufacturing support, Burke Aerospace delivers responsive, U.S.-based manufacturing solutions backed by aerospace-grade quality systems and defense-focused expertise.
Burke Aerospace partners with defense primes, tier 1 suppliers, and government contractors to provide precision machining, advanced EDM services, and production capacity for mission-critical programs.
CERTIFICATIONS & QUALIFICATIONS
- AS9100 Certified Quality Management System
- ITAR Registered Facility
- Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- 100% U.S.-Based Manufacturing
- Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing Expertise
- Full Traceability and Quality Documentation
- Precision Machining and Advanced EDM Capabilities
Supporting Critical Supply Chains
Today’s defense programs face increasing pressure from supply chain disruptions, capacity shortages, extended lead times, and domestic sourcing requirements.
Defense Challenges We Solve:
Capacity Constraints
When existing suppliers cannot support demand, Burke provides qualified manufacturing capacity to keep programs moving.
Long Lead Times
Responsive scheduling and production support help reduce delays and improve program execution.
Supplier Risk Reduction
Add Burke as a secondary or alternate source to reduce dependency on a single supplier.
Domestic Manufacturing Requirements
All manufacturing is performed in the United States, supporting supply chain security and domestic sourcing initiatives.
Surge Production Requirements
Rapid response manufacturing support when programs experience increased demand.
Complex Machining Challenges
Precision machining and advanced EDM capabilities for components requiring tight tolerances and specialized manufacturing processes.
Supported Defense Platforms
Air Systems
- Fighter Aircraft
- Rotorcraft
- UAV and UAS Systems
- Aircraft Engine Components
- Defense Aviation Systems
Naval Systems
- Submarine Programs
- Surface Combatants
- Shipboard Components
- Naval Propulsion Support
Ground Systems
- Weapons Systems
- Ground Combat Vehicles
- Tactical Equipment
- Fire Control Systems
Space Systems
- Launch Platforms
- Satellite Components
- Space Propulsion Systems
- Ground Support Equipment
UAS / Counter UAS Manufacturing
Rapid Airframe & Component Prototyping & NPI
Leveraging lean manufacturing and short-cycle work cells, we support fast design iteration for new drone technologies — including sensor mounts, airframe sub-assemblies, and custom housings.
Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities
Precision CNC Machining
Burke Aerospace manufactures complex, tight-tolerance components for aerospace and defense applications.
- Multi-axis machining
- Complex geometries
- Tight-tolerance manufacturing
- Prototype through production
High-Speed EDM Drilling
A specialized capability supporting demanding aerospace and defense applications.
- Cooling hole drilling
- Difficult material processing
- Precision feature creation
- High-volume repeatability
Wire EDM
Ideal for intricate features, tight tolerances, and hard-to-machine materials.
- Engine structural components
- Combustor and turbine hardware
- Precision aerospace brackets and housings
Sinker EDM
Supports highly complex geometries that cannot be produced using conventional machining methods.
Inspection & Quality Assurance
- CMM Inspection
- First Article Inspection
- Process Validation
- Full Manufacturing Traceability
- Customer-Specific Quality Requirements
Additive Manufacturing
Enables the production of complex parts and tooling with reduced lead times and design flexibility not achievable through traditional machining alone.
- Prototype components
- Tooling and fixtures
- Development hardware
- Advanced aerospace concepts
Why Defense Contractors Choose Burke
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Challenge
Current supplier is overloaded.
Burke Solution
Additional qualified manufacturing capacity.
Challenge
Lead times are impacting program schedules.
Burke Solution
Responsive production support and scheduling flexibility.
Challenge
Single-source supplier risk.
Burke Solution
Secondary-source manufacturing support.
Challenge
Domestic sourcing requirements.
Burke Solution
100% U.S.-based manufacturing.
Challenge
Complex EDM requirements.
Burke Solution
Advanced EDM expertise and specialized equipment.
Challenge
Small business participation goals.
Burke Solution
SDVOSB manufacturing partner.
Transferring a Program to Burke
Many defense contractors face challenges with underperforming suppliers, production bottlenecks, and quality concerns. Our team works with customers to evaluate opportunities and create a smooth transition process that minimizes program risk.
Burke Aerospace supports:
- Supplier transition projects
- Alternate source qualification
- Capacity recovery efforts
- Production ramp-up initiatives
- Schedule recovery programs
- Legacy supplier replacement
Need Immediate Support?
If your program requires immediate manufacturing support, our team can quickly evaluate opportunities and determine how we can help.
Regularly Providing Support for:
- Supplier disruptions
- Capacity shortages
- Production delays
- Schedule recovery efforts
- Urgent machining requirements
- Prototype acceleration projects
Supporting Prime Contractor Objectives
As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, Burke Aerospace helps defense contractors strengthen their supplier base while supporting government contracting objectives.
Benefits include:
- SDVOSB participation support
- Domestic manufacturing alignment
- Supply chain resiliency initiatives
- Industrial base expansion efforts
- U.S. manufacturing priorities
- Long-term supplier development