Firstar Precision is an ITAR-registered defense CNC supplier headquartered in Brunswick, Ohio. We machine precision components for weapons systems, autonomous platforms, propulsion, ordnance, and other rugged applications. Our shop holds the compliance credentials, quality systems, and domestic supply chain that defense programs demand.
Rigorous quality management across every process, from first article to final delivery.
Authorized to manufacture and handle components subject to U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
Joint Certification Program approved for access to controlled, unclassified U.S./Canada technical data.
100% U.S.-based production from our 27,000 sq. ft. facility in Brunswick, Ohio since 2000.
Aerospace CNC machining demands a supplier who understands the full chain of accountability. From traceability of raw material certifications to first article inspection and on-time delivery against complex program schedules, aerospace supply chains leave no room for ambiguity.
At Firstar, we specialize in components where every critical feature is verified, every material is documented, and every delivery is on schedule. Our ISO 9001:2015-certified quality system is built to meet the expectations of aerospace suppliers.
Firstar’s multi-process machining capabilities, including 5-axis turning, horizontal and vertical CNC milling, wire EDM, OD grinding, and horizontal honing, allow us to produce the full range of aerospace component types in-house, with minimal handoffs and tighter schedule control.
Our horizontal and vertical CNC mills deliver the accuracy and repeatability to produce brackets, housings, and other mechanical assembly components milled from large aluminum or titanium billets.
Space applications demand lightweight, durable components that perform reliably under extreme vacuum, thermal shock, and vibration. Firstar machines high-performance parts for satellite components.
We machine components that require complex aerodynamic profiles — like engine shims thinner than human hair — from stainless steel or other specialty alloys.
Our team produces lightweight aluminum enclosures for electronic and instrument systems where thin walls and complex pocket features demand high-speed CNC milling.
Our CNC machining team handles complex internal passage geometries and threaded connections with minimal setups, reducing positional error and leak risk in high-pressure aircraft systems.
Our aim is to be a true extension of our clients’ teams. Meet the people behind Firstar who makes this happen everyday and get a glimpse inside our shop.
Aerospace components are only as good as the materials behind them. Firstar works with aerospace-grade alloys and specialty materials like shape memory alloys, with full material traceability available for every job.
Lightweight, strong, and corrosion-resistant, ideal for aircraft and spacecraft components.
Versatile and lightweight, used extensively in structural and non-structural applications.
Offering strength, corrosion resistance, and durability for critical systems.
High-performance materials for extreme heat and pressure environments.
As a domestic aerospace contract manufacturer based in Ohio, Firstar gives aerospace suppliers a qualified, accountable partner. We act as an extension of your team and work with you through every part of the process.
We’re ISO 9001:2015 certified with CMM inspection capability including Zeiss and Mitutoyo coordinate-measuring machines and a Gleason analytical gear inspection machine. Learn more about our quality standards and inspection process.
We handle jobs that require 5-axis turning, CNC milling, wire EDM, OD grinding, gear shaping, horizontal honing, and laser etch — all under one roof. Fewer handoffs means tighter tolerances and faster turnaround. See our full machining capabilities.
Aerospace supply chains run on schedule. Our just-in-time order fulfillment and Kanban programs keep your line running without excess inventory or supply gaps.
Early supplier involvement saves cost and schedule. Our engineers review designs for manufacturability before the first part gets machined. Learn about our DFM services.
From raw material through final inspection and delivery, Firstar manages the complete production flow. No program management burden on your team. See our end-to-end services.
Firstar is registered under ITAR for the manufacturing and handling of defense-related technical data and JCP approved for access to controlled, unclassified technical data governed by the U.S. and Canada.
Common questions from aerospace engineers, procurement teams, and program managers evaluating suppliers for aerospace contract manufacturing.
Sourcing aerospace components from a domestic U.S. manufacturer offers several advantages that offshore sourcing cannot easily replicate: supply chain security, regulatory compliance, and schedule reliability. For programs involving ITAR-controlled technical data, using an offshore supplier creates significant legal exposure. ITAR governs the export of defense-related drawings and specifications, and sharing them with foreign nationals or entities without proper authorization is a federal violation.
Even for commercial aerospace programs, domestic suppliers eliminate the lead time variability, quality audit complexity, and logistics disruption risk that come with offshore machining. Material traceability is also cleaner domestically: Alloys sourced from U.S. mills come with straightforward certification chains that support first article inspection and customer audits. And when engineering changes arise mid-program, a domestic supplier can respond in days rather than weeks.
Whether you’re sourcing a prototype run or establishing a long-term supply agreement, our team is ready to review your requirements, discuss certification documentation, and provide a detailed quote.