AEROSPACE & DEFENSE
Precision Manufacturing for Mission-Critical Systems
Aerospace and Defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers require manufacturing partners capable of delivering precision, mission critical components supported by compliant or near compliant AS9100 (D) systems.
In 2025, Centracore expanded its proven manufacturing and engineering capabilities into the Aerospace & Defense (A&D) sector. The company rapidly established the required security infrastructure (including ITAR registration and CMMC aligned protocols) while maintaining its strong foundation of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications. This positions Centracore to support manufacturers of rocket engines, propulsion and powertrain subcomponents, drones and autonomous systems, tracked and wheeled vehicle components, munitions and missile housings, sensors, and other advanced Aerospace and Defense Tech hardware.
Strategic Focus on Aerospace & Defense
A&D customers benefit from Centracore’s secure, nearshore, dual country manufacturing footprint across the U.S. and Mexico. Close engineering collaboration, rapid iteration, and informed material and process decisions enable shorter logistics pipelines, reduced exposure to foreign dependency risks, and faster, more controlled development cycles.
Centracore’s longstanding experience in automotive, heavy truck, small construction, and agricultural equipment provides a robust platform for scaling into the demanding requirements of aerospace and defense programs.
North American Manufacturing Footprint
Strategically Located. Cost-Competitive. Close to OEMs.
As OEMs and large Tier-1s continue pursuing lightweighting, efficiency, and durability, Centracore provides robust support through two strategically located North American sites — St. Clair, Michigan and Querétaro, Mexico.
- The St. Clair headquarters specializes in new product development, rapid prototyping, and precision machining for chassis, powertrain, and driveline components.
- The Querétaro operation focuses on aluminum high pressure die casting and high volume precision machining of aluminum, iron, and steel castings, forgings, and extrusions.
Why Aerospace & Defense Firms Choose Centracore
Centracore delivers:
- A strategic corporate commitment to Aerospace & Defense markets
- AS9100 aligned quality advancement, with ongoing internal training and standards integration.
- Precision machining, die casting, and rapid prototyping for mission critical components
- Engineering collaboration designed for fast defense development cycles
- Nearshore, secure North American manufacturing, reducing program risk
- Automotive grade process controls that translate into aerospac equality consistency
- Active development of A&D customer partnerships for longterm growth
Centracore is positioning itself as a high precision, collaborative, and supply chain secure partner for aerospace and defense programs (especially those involving drones, autonomous defense technologies, ruggedized systems, and structural or engine adjacent components).
Strategic Pivot Toward Defense & Aerospace
Centracore is actively expanding from automotive and commercial vehicle markets into Aerospace & Defense Tech, with strong focus on aerospace and autonomous defense security manufacturers.
High Precision Manufacturing for Mission Critical Systems
Expert machining and assembly of billet, cast, and forged aluminum, steel, and iron components across U.S. and Mexico operations.
Advanced Aluminum High Pressure Die Casting
Lightweight, highstrength structures for autonomous systems, UAV propulsion housings, electronic warfare modules, and ruggedized defense hardware.
End to End Product Development & Rapid Prototyping
Full support (from part design and material / process selection to rapid prototyping) tailored to fastcycle defense programs and drone platform iteration.
Advancing Toward Aerospace Grade Quality
Centracore is preparing for AS9100 certification, further strengthening its readiness for aviation, space, and defense supply chains.
Secure, Dual Country Manufacturing Footprint
St. Clair, MI (engineering + machining) and Querétaro, MX (high pressure die casting) provide resilient, nearshore capacity for defense production.
Aligned With Next Generation Defense Needs
Capabilities positioned for drone systems, counter UAS, AI enabled hardware, autonomous platforms, and rapid deployment manufacturing demands.
