WHO WE ARE
Your Aerospace and Defense Contract Manufacturing Partner
As global demand for speed, scale, and reliability continues to grow, we provide integrated manufacturing solutions across injection molding, precision machining, advanced assembly, and value-added secondary operations. From concept through production, our teams support programs that require consistent execution and the ability to scale with confidence.
With a proven track record in program development and vertically integrated manufacturing, Velosity delivers the rigor, quality, and responsiveness required in today’s evolving defense environment.
AEROSPACE & DEFENSE SYSTEMS WE SUPPORT
- Missiles
- Munitions (Medium and Large Caliber)
- Unmanned and Autonomous Systems (UAVs / Drones)
- Aviation and Avionics
- Communications and Electronic Systems
- Force Protection Systems
- Fuzing
- Night Vision and Advanced Optics
- Space and Satellite Systems
- Warheads and Fragmentation Bodies
- Weapons Systems and Armament Components
OUR SOLUTIONS
Why Velosity for Defense & Aerospace Contract Manufacturing
Velosity partners with aerospace and defense customers to deliver integrated manufacturing solutions that reduce complexity, improve performance, and support mission-critical applications. From early design and tooling through full-scale production and assembly, we provide the expertise, infrastructure, and control required to meet the demands of today’s defense and aerospace environment.
Design for Manufacturability (DFM) & Engineering Support
Metal-to-Plastic Conversion Expertise
Velosity supports strategic metal-to-plastic initiatives to reduce weight, improve consistency, and lower total program cost while maintaining performance and reliability. Our team evaluates materials, design requirements, and performance needs to deliver optimized solutions for demanding environments.
Vertically Integrated Manufacturing & Assembly
Velosity delivers fully integrated manufacturing solutions under one roof. We reduce supply chain complexity, improve quality control, and accelerate production. Our capabilities enable full product realization, incorporating processes such as laser marking, pad printing, and permanent joining technologies. The result is fully assembled, production-ready components built to meet the performance, traceability, and reliability requirements of aerospace and defense programs.
Scalable Production
We are built to support programs that require repeatable production. Our processes, equipment, and teams are structured to scale with demand while maintaining tight tolerances and consistent quality.
Experience with Complex, Regulated Programs
Velosity understands the demands of aerospace and defense manufacturing, including strict quality standards, traceability, and controlled processes. Our teams execute programs with accuracy and accountability.
U.S.-Based Manufacturing
All manufacturing operations are located in the United States, supporting supply chain resilience and alignment with aerospace and defense program and sourcing requirements.
Compliance, Quality & Traceability
Program Transfer and Production Readiness
CERTIFICATIONS & COMPLIANCE
Forest Lake
ISO 9001:2015
AS9100D
Brooklyn Park
AS9100D
ISO 9001:2015
ITAR, JCP/DDTC
& SAM Registered
DEFENSE COMPLIANCE AND CAPABILITY
Secure, Scalable Defense Contract Manufacturing
From design support through full-scale production, we apply advanced process development and manufacturing expertise to improve manufacturability, optimize performance, and reduce overall program risk.
All aerospace and defense manufacturing operations are U.S.-based and aligned with industry standards, including AS9100 and ITAR requirements. Velosity is actively engaged in supporting defense customers with secure, scalable production capabilities.
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WHAT WE OFFER
Integrated Manufacturing Capabilities for Defense and Aerospace
Velosity delivers end-to-end manufacturing solutions for aerospace and defense programs, combining precision, scalability, and vertically integrated capabilities. From early design support through full-scale production, our teams execute complex programs with the speed, quality, and consistency required to support mission-critical applications.
INJECTION MOLDING
PRECISION MACHINING
CONTRACT MANUFACTURING
DESIGN SUPPORT & ENGINEERING
QUALITY ASSURANCE
PROGRAM TRANSFER
Professional Associations
Velosity maintains several professional associations, including Manufacturers Association for Plastics Processors (MAPP), The National Armaments Consortium (NAC), Defense Alliance, Manufacturers Alliance, and Minnesota Precision Manufacturing Association (MPMA).
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Media Kit
PDFs
Videos
Six Early DFM Decisions That Define Injection Molding Success
FOREST LAKE, MN (May 19, 2026) – Originally published in Plastics Technology, May 2026 Before design for manufacturing (DFM) became widely adopted, the development path for injection molded parts often followed a rigid and inefficient journey. A 3D model and drawing...
Tooling Brochure
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PEEK and Titanium Spinal Spacer System
Solution Profile Velosity was challenged by a long-time customer to design, develop and qualify a complete manufacturing process for a thoracic spinal implant system that incorporates the molding of two additive manufactured titanium plates and consists of 75 size...
Design for Manufacturing (DFM) for Precision Machining
Executive Summary This white paper demonstrates how early Design for Manufacturability (DFM) collaboration helps medical device manufacturers reduce risk, improve production readiness, and accelerate time-to-market. By aligning design intent, machining strategy,...
Frequently Asked Questions
What Manufacturing Services Does Velosity Provide for Aerospace and Defense Companies?
Velosity provides precision machining, tooling, injection molding, engineering support, assembly, secondary operations, metal-to-plastic conversion, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) services for aerospace and defense programs. Our integrated manufacturing capabilities let customers work with a single partner from product development through full-scale production. The result is a simplified supply chain, improved communication, and successful program execution.
How Does Velosity Help Aerospace and Defense Customers Reduce Supply Chain Risk?
Velosity reduces supply chain risk for aerospace and defense customers through vertically integrated, U.S.-based manufacturing. Precision machining, tooling, injection molding, assembly, and secondary operations are under one roof, reducing the number of suppliers a program depends on and giving customers direct visibility into production. Our team also manages program transfers, capacity planning, and production ramp-ups to build a more resilient and responsive supply chain.
Can Velosity Support the Transfer of an Existing Manufacturing Program?
Yes. Velosity manages program transfers for customers facing supplier challenges, capacity constraints, quality issues, or shifting business needs. Our structured transfer process, which includes knowledge transfer, process validation, and production ramp-up, is built to minimize risk and keep production moving without a quality gap. We work directly with your team at each stage, so nothing gets lost in the handoff.
What Are the Benefits of Vertically Integrated Manufacturing?
Vertically integrated manufacturing reduces supply chain complexity and puts more of the process under direct control. Velosity brings engineering, tooling, precision machining, injection molding, secondary operations, assembly, and quality support together within one organization. This integrated approach helps improve coordination, maintain consistent quality and traceability, reduce supplier handoffs, and provide greater visibility throughout the manufacturing process. For aerospace and defense programs, that structure also means Velosity can scale or adjust production as requirements change without bringing a new supplier into the program.
How Does Velosity Ensure Quality and Traceability?
Velolsity maintains documented quality management systems and manufacturing processes built for aerospace and defense requirements, where a single non-conformance can ground a program. We hold AS9100D certification, run inspection protocols at each production stage, and track parts end-to-end, so if a question comes up on a part built years ago, we can trace it back to the raw material lot and the operator who ran it.