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CNC Machining for
Ground Support
Equipment

We machine test stands, maintenance fixtures, alignment tools, handling jigs, transport cradles, and calibration fixtures to MIL-STD tolerances. Repeatable precision, DFARS-compliant materials, and full traceability on every order.

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$12B+
US military sustainment
& logistics spending
DoD FY2024
±0.001"
Standard tolerances
on fixture components
RivCut capability
98%
CMM inspected
before shipping
Every order
5-8 Day
Prototype
turnaround
Typical lead time

Precision CNC Machining for Defense Ground Support

Military ground support equipment requires repeatable precision, rugged construction, and exact interface dimensions to match the weapon systems, vehicles, and aircraft they service. A maintenance fixture with mislocated alignment pins can damage a million-dollar assembly. We machine 6061-T6 and 7075-T6 aluminum, 4140 steel, and 17-4 PH stainless to tolerances as tight as ±0.0005 inches. Every order ships with CMM reports, material certs, and DFARS-compliant traceability.

1

Fixture-Grade Materials

We source and machine 6061-T6 aluminum for lightweight tooling, 4140 steel for heavy-duty stands, and 17-4 PH stainless for corrosion-resistant fixtures — all with DFARS-compliant mill certs.

2

Precise Interface Geometry

Locating pins, alignment datums, and mounting interfaces machined to exact specifications. We verify critical dimensions on our CMM to ensure your GSE interfaces correctly with fielded hardware.

3

Full Documentation

First article inspection reports, dimensional data, material certs, and process records. We document to your program's quality requirements for GSE acceptance.

Parts for Ground Support Programs

Test stands, fixtures, alignment tools, and more.

Test Stands

Functional test stand baseplates, mounting brackets, and interface plates machined from 4140 steel and 6061-T6 aluminum. Precise bolt patterns, locating features, and datum surfaces for repeatable weapon system testing.

4140 steel / 6061-T6

Maintenance Fixtures

Engine removal fixtures, component holding fixtures, and depot-level maintenance tooling machined from 6061-T6 and 7075-T6 aluminum. Precise locating features, ergonomic clearances, and repeatable positioning.

7075-T6 aluminum

Alignment Tools

Bore sighting tools, optical alignment fixtures, and laser alignment brackets machined from 6061-T6 aluminum and Invar 36. Sub-thousandth precision on alignment datums and reference surfaces.

±0.0005" alignment

Handling Jigs

Munition handling jigs, ordnance loading fixtures, and missile handling adapters machined from 6061-T6 aluminum and 4140 steel. Load-rated designs, precise cradle geometry, and safety-critical interface dimensions.

Load-rated designs

Transport Cradles

Shipping and transport cradles, protective containers, and transit cases machined from 6061-T6 aluminum. Shock-absorbing geometry, precise nesting surfaces, and MIL-STD-2073 packaging-ready interfaces.

MIL-STD-2073

Calibration Fixtures

Go/no-go gauges, calibration reference blocks, and measurement fixture plates machined from 4140 steel and gauge-grade materials. NIST-traceable dimensional standards and tight flatness specifications.

NIST-traceable

Serving the US Defense Ground Support Industry

Every weapon system, aircraft, and vehicle in the US military inventory requires ground support equipment for testing, maintenance, handling, and transport. From flight line tooling to depot-level fixtures, GSE keeps the force ready to operate.

Sustainment programs across the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines drive continuous demand for precision-machined test stands, alignment tools, and handling equipment. As legacy systems get upgraded and new platforms enter service, GSE demand grows.

Whether your team is building prototype fixtures for a new weapon system or manufacturing production tooling for depot maintenance, we machine the parts you need with the documentation your program requires.

Lockheed Martin — Sustainment

F-35, C-130, and rotary wing sustainment programs driving demand for depot-level maintenance fixtures, alignment tools, and functional test equipment.

General Dynamics — GDLS Support

Abrams, Stryker, and LAV sustainment programs requiring precision-machined handling jigs, test fixtures, and component maintenance tooling.

Raytheon — Missile Support Equipment

Missile handling, loading, and test equipment for Patriot, SM-series, and precision-guided munition programs requiring custom machined fixtures.

Northrop Grumman — Aircraft GSE

B-21, Global Hawk, and E-2D support equipment programs driving demand for flight line tooling, calibration fixtures, and transport cradles.

Built for GSE Programs

Ground support equipment needs precise interfaces, repeatable quality, and complete documentation.

Precise Interface Geometry

We machine locating pins, alignment datums, and mounting surfaces to exact specifications. Your GSE interfaces correctly with fielded hardware because we verify every critical dimension on our CMM.

First Article Inspection

We provide full FAI reports with dimensional data, material certs, and process documentation. Reports formatted to match your program's quality requirements for GSE acceptance.

DFARS-Compliant Materials

We source aluminum, steel, and stainless steel from DFARS-compliant domestic mills. Full mill certs and heat lot traceability on every order for your program audit trail.

Fast Prototype Turnaround

Sustainment timelines do not wait. Prototype fixtures and tooling in 5 to 8 days so your maintenance schedule stays on track. Rush orders available for urgent depot requirements.

Certifications & Standards
Awareness
ITAR
We are aware of ITAR requirements for defense articles. Contact us to discuss your specific compliance needs before ordering.
Active
NIST-Traceable Gauges
All measuring equipment is calibrated to NIST standards on regular cycles. CMM, micrometers, and gauges.
Active
Material Certifications
Every order ships with DFARS-compliant mill certs and heat lot traceability. Records kept for your audit trail.
Active
MIL-STD Compliance
We machine and inspect to MIL-STD specifications including MIL-STD-2073 packaging standards and MIL-STD-810 environmental requirements.

Questions about our ground support equipment quality setup? Email us — we'll send our documentation package.

From File to Part in 3 Steps

Simple, clear, and designed for GSE program teams.

Step 1

Upload & Quote

Send your STEP or IGES file. Pick your material, quantity, and finish. Our AI gives you a real price right away. We also run a free DFM check and flag anything that could add cost.

Step 2

We Machine & Inspect

Your parts run on our CNC mills and lathes. Every order gets CMM inspection. We check every critical feature against your drawing before anything ships.

Step 3

Ship with Full Docs

Parts ship with dimensional inspection reports, material certs, and all MIL-STD documentation. Everything your quality team needs for GSE program acceptance.

Questions from GSE Program Teams

We machine test stands, maintenance fixtures, alignment tools, handling jigs, transport cradles, and calibration fixtures. All parts include full CMM inspection and DFARS-compliant material traceability.
We machine 6061-T6 and 7075-T6 aluminum for lightweight fixtures, 4140 and 4340 steel for heavy-duty structural components, 17-4 PH stainless for corrosion-resistant applications, and A36 steel for support structures.
Yes. We machine custom fixtures, jigs, and tooling designed to interface with specific weapon systems, aircraft components, and vehicle assemblies. Send us your drawings and we will quote exact match to your interface requirements.
We hold ±0.001 inches on general features and ±0.0005 inches on critical alignment surfaces, locating pins, and datum features. For calibration fixtures, we can hold tighter tolerances as specified on your drawing.
Yes. We provide full first article inspection reports, CMM dimensional data, material certs, and process documentation. We format reports to match your program's quality requirements.
We machine test stand components within our CNC travel limits. Contact us with your part dimensions and we will confirm what we can accommodate. For oversized components, we can machine sub-assemblies that bolt together.
We offer anodize Type II and III for aluminum, black oxide and zinc plating for steel, passivation for stainless, powder coat-ready surfaces, and chromate conversion per MIL-DTL-5541.
Most prototype ground support components ship in 5 to 8 business days. Simple aluminum fixtures can ship in 3 to 5 days. Rush orders available — tell us your program timeline.

Defense CNC Machining by City

We serve defense GSE teams in cities across the US.

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Test stands, maintenance fixtures, alignment tools, handling jigs — we machine them all. Get instant AI pricing now. Prototypes ship in as few as 5 days.

No minimums · 100% Made in USA · Never brokered · Ships anywhere in the US

AI price estimates are usually within ±20% of final price. Complex parts may get a human review within one business day before pricing is confirmed.

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