Aerospace & Defense Composite Solutions
Aerospace and Defense – High-Performance Composite Manufacturing
Engineered Composites Incorporated (ECI) manufactures precision, high-performance molded composite parts for the aerospace and American defense sectors – industries in which product quality, repeatability, and functional performance are often critical requirements.
Since 1994, ECI has remained a trusted partner to aerospace companies and military contractors seeking dependable U.S.-based manufacturing, whether to meet evolving regulatory requirements or to establish a more reliable, streamlined supply chain.
An Experienced Aerospace and Defense Manufacturer
Backed by decades of experience and proven success, ECI has partnered with manufacturers and suppliers throughout the flight and defense industries. Whether the project requires rugged, military-grade materials / MIL-spec parts or precision aerospace-grade composites, we can meet your requirements and streamline your project from design to compression molding and finishing; from material selection through final assembly.
Integrated Tooling, Machining, and Robotic Finishing
One of ECI’s greatest strengths lies in our fully integrated tooling capabilities and secondary operations, including CNC-machined composites, as well as robotic trimming and precision hole punching. These advanced post-processing capabilities allow us to meet even the most unique and demanding aerospace and defense requirements.
- Integrated tooling and mold making department
- Robotic flash removal and hole punching for high-volume consistency
- Multi-axis CNC machining for complex geometries and tight-tolerance features
- Comprehensive in-house process control minimizes both turnaround time and potential quality issues
Our Composite Molding Technologies
ECI offers a full range of thermoplastic materials and thermoset processes to meet the unique design and performance requirements of your aerospace or defense parts. Our composite molding technologies and experience include:
Optimized for large aerospace components that require exceptional weathering and dimensional stability:
- Equipment housings and enclosures
- Exterior access panels
- Antenna radomes
- Structural mounting brackets
- EMI/RFI shielded covers
Liquid Composite Molding (LCM)
Ideal for complex, high-precision aerospace / military parts with unique part features and/or design requirements:
- Sensor housing and optical equipment enclosures
- Custom-formed UAV fairings and wing structures
- Communication equipment panels
- Lightweight composite frames and shells
Used in many complex aerospace part designs and intricate components in defense equipment:
- Electrical junction boxes and terminal housings
- Connectors, plugs, and covers for avionics
- High-strength brackets for internal mounting
- Heat- and fire-resistant panels
Excellent for durable, impact-resistant parts, especially panels and other large formats:
- Load-bearing seat backs and flooring panels
- Blast-resistant shields and partitions
- Storage compartments and lightweight trays
- Ground support equipment panels
Your Partner in Mission-Critical Molded Composite Parts
ECI provides comprehensive support for your aerospace or defense program, utilizing industry-proven materials, expert engineering, and responsive production services. Whether you’re scaling an established product or developing a next-generation system, we deliver composite solutions engineered to perform, built to meet some of the industry’s strictest requirements.