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CNC Machined Composite Tooling for Aerospace Teams
Aerospace composite teams in Seattle need tooling that is accurate, stable, and ready for autoclave. We machine aluminum and Invar layup molds, cure tools, and caul plates to tight surface tolerances. AS9100D-aligned documentation available.
Tooling Materials
Aluminum, Invar, and HDB with full material traceability.
Surface Accuracy
Ra 32 µin or better on mold faces. CMM inspection available.
Tooling Docs
Dimensional reports and material certs for tooling qualification.
Where Commercial Aviation Begins
Seattle's aerospace ecosystem revolves around Boeing's Everett widebody assembly plant — the largest building in the world — producing 747, 767, 777, and 787 aircraft. Boeing's Renton facility builds the 737 MAX. Blue Origin develops orbital launch vehicles in nearby Kent, and hundreds of Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers machine aerostructures, engine components, and interior fittings across Puget Sound.
RivCut serves Puget Sound aerospace teams with AS9100D-aligned machining, instant quoting, and fixed lead times — flight-critical parts that clear Boeing receiving inspection the first time.
Boeing Commercial Airplanes
737 MAX (Renton) and widebody 787/777X (Everett) assembly
Blue Origin
Orbital launch vehicle development and manufacturing in Kent
Electroimpact
Automated aerospace assembly systems and tooling in Mukilteo
Janicki Industries
Large-scale aerospace tooling, composites, and structures in Sedro-Woolley
What Seattle Aerospace Teams Usually Order
| Typical quantity | 5–25 validation or low-rate initial production parts |
|---|---|
| Common materials | Aluminum 7075-T6, Titanium 6Al-4V, Stainless Steel 17-4 PH |
| Key requirement | Full AS9100-aligned documentation including material certs, FAIRs, and dimensional inspection reports on every order |
| Typical lead time | 10–20 business days depending on material and complexity |
| Who orders | Procurement engineer or supply chain manager at a Boeing Tier 1 or Tier 2 supplier, or a hardware engineer at Blue Origin or an Amazon Aerospace team |
Composite Tooling for Seattle Teams
Layup molds, cure tools, caul plates, and trim fixtures machined to print.
Layup Molds
Aluminum and Invar layup mold tools. Precise OML/IML surfaces, vacuum port locations, and edge dams.
Al & InvarCure Tools
Invar and aluminum autoclave cure tools with precise surface match and thermal expansion control.
Invar 36Caul Plates
Aluminum and steel caul plates for pressure application on composite laminates. Flat and contoured surfaces.
Flatness to 0.005"Trim Fixtures
Aluminum trim jigs and router templates for composite part trimming. Precise edge and hole locations.
Router guidesDrill Templates
Aluminum and carbon-reinforced drill templates for composite assembly. Bushed holes for tight location.
Drill bushingsInspection Fixtures
Aluminum CMM inspection fixtures for composite part verification. Precise datum features.
CMM fixtures2 Tools. 12 Days. Cure-Stable Surfaces.
A Puget Sound composites team needed Invar layup tools with precise contour surfaces, vacuum port locations, and thermal stability for autoclave cure cycles. Teams near companies like Boeing Commercial Airplanes trust this kind of precision and documentation rigor.
Every tool shipped with complete documentation:
- CMM dimensional report — contour and datum features verified
- Material cert with heat lot and ASTM A658 compliance
- Surface finish verification on tool surface
- Dimensional stability verification post stress-relief
What Seattle Aerospace Buyers Should Know
Ensure your supplier is Boeing-approved or can obtain D1-4426 quality system approval
Puget Sound receiving docks reject unapproved source shipments.
Ask about titanium and CRES machining experience
Boeing 787 and 777X programs specify Ti-6Al-4V and corrosion-resistant steel extensively.
Request packaging per Boeing D6-54551 transportation and handling standards
damaged parts at receiving generate costly rejections and delays.
When Your Local Shop Can't Keep Up
When a prime surges volume, local shops push you back in the queue. We give you fixed lead times, instant quoting, and aerospace-grade documentation — every time. Seattle's aerospace sector demands it.
Documentation-Ready
Dimensional reports, material certs, and process records ship with every order — no chasing paperwork after delivery.
Full Material Traceability
Every bar ships with mill certs and heat lot numbers. Full chain of custody from raw stock to finished part.
CMM Inspection, Every Part
NIST-traceable CMM verification on every critical dimension before anything ships. No sampling — we inspect every part.
5–7 Day Prototype Turnaround
Most first articles ship in under a week. Rush available for simpler geometries. Confirmed ship date at order.
Need our full quality documentation? Email us — we'll send everything your team needs.
From File to Part in 3 Steps
Simple, clear, and designed for fast-moving teams.
Upload & Quote
Upload your STEP or IGES file, select material and finish, and get an instant AI price. Every quote includes a free DFM review.
We Machine & Inspect
Parts run on our CNC mills and lathes with CMM inspection on every order. We verify every critical dimension before shipping.
Ship with Full Docs
Your order ships with dimensional reports, material certs, and full paperwork — everything your quality team needs.
Questions from Seattle Aerospace Teams
Aerospace CNC Machining in Other Cities
We serve aerospace teams in cities across the US.
Upload Your CAD File
Composite Tooling, structural brackets, housings, and more — we machine them all. Most orders ship in 5 to 7 business days.
No minimums · 100% Made in USA · Never brokered · Ships anywhere in the US
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