Aerospace
Advanced CNC Machining for Florida’s Aerospace Industry
Owens Industries is a leading aerospace CNC machine shop serving Florida, renowned for producing high-quality, precision-machined components. Since 1944, we have partnered with top aerospace manufacturers to deliver parts to meet the industry's most demanding standards. From Los Angeles to Silicon Valley, Florida’s aerospace sector relies on our advanced capabilities and decades of expertise to drive innovation and performance.
Excellence in Aerospace: Trusted by NASA and General Motors
At Owens Industries, our commitment to precision CNC machining is exemplified through our work with NASA and General Motors on the pioneering Robonaut project.
Project Spotlight: Robonaut Bicep Assembly
As a leading aerospace CNC machining partner for Florida, Owens Industries contributed to the development of the Robonaut’s bicep assembly—a critical component of the humanoid robot designed for operations in the moon’s harsh environment. This project required exceptional precision and full compliance with NASA’s exacting standards.
Project Challenges
- Achieving precise alignment with other robotic components
- Maintaining functionality in extreme lunar conditions
- Supporting movement for construction and exploration tasks
Our Approach
Using advanced 5-axis CNC machining, our team produced the bicep assembly with micrometer-level tolerances to meet the project’s exact specifications.
Results
NNASA praised the final assembly, resulting in the order of two additional units. This collaboration further established our reputation as a leader in precision aerospace CNC components.
At Owens Industries, we apply the same dedication to quality in every project, consistently delivering aerospace parts to the highest industry standards.
Capabilities
Comprehensive Aerospace CNC Machining Capabilities for Florida
Owens Industries is a trusted leader in aerospace CNC machining, providing precision components to Florida’s aerospace sector.
Our advanced machining capabilities meet the demands of aerospace manufacturing, delivering components with high accuracy, reliability and quality. Using cutting-edge CNC technology, we achieve precision levels and exceed industry standards. Every part is built for performance and durability.
Partnering with Owens Industries gives Florida’s aerospace manufacturers a reliable ally committed to excellence, innovation and timely project completion.
5-Axis CNC Machining Services
At Owens Industries, we provide precise 5-axis CNC machining for Florida’s aerospace industry. We manufacture critical components with high accuracy, including contour rings, hubs, intricate microwave housing parts and Titan rocket sub-assemblies, using advanced materials like Hastelloy. When precision and reliability matter, Owens Industries delivers.
Wire EDM Services
Our Wire EDM services offer exceptional accuracy for cutting intricate shapes in hard metals commonly used in aerospace applications. This advanced technology is essential for producing complex components with precise tolerances.
CNC Lathe Turning & Milling Services
Owens Industries specializes in CNC lathe machining. Our expertise includes producing key parts such as engine valve pistons from 7075-T651 Aluminum, valve seats from 347 Stainless Steel with exact concentricity and satellite grid clamps made from AISI 304 Stainless Steel. We provide precision-engineered aerospace components trusted by Florida’s manufacturers.
Additive Manufacturing Services
Owens Industries offers advanced additive manufacturing solutions for Florida’s aerospace and defense sectors. By combining innovative technology with traditional machining methods, we create intricate geometries, lightweight components and custom parts with high precision.
Micro Deburring Services
Owens Industries excels in micro-deburring aerospace components, ensuring precise details and a mirror-like finish on every part. Our experts use advanced technology and careful hand-finishing techniques to meet the high standards required for critical aerospace applications, setting us apart from many other Florida manufacturers who rely on automated processes.
Mill-Turn Machining Services
Our mill-turn machining services combine both turning and milling operations in a single setup, making it ideal for efficiently producing complex aerospace components. This capability allows us to manufacture a wide range of parts with greater accuracy and shorter lead times, meeting the aerospace industry’s demanding requirements.
Materials
High-Quality CNC Materials for Precision Aerospace Parts
We only use high-quality materials to produce precision aerospace components. Each material is chosen to meet specific project requirements for durability and performance. Our commitment to quality guarantees every part meets the stringent standards of the aerospace industry.
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Alloy Steel
An iron and carbon composition with other elements intentionally added, including manganese, chromium, vanadium, nickel or tungsten. Alloy steels are typically divided into two categories: high alloy and low alloy.
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Aluminum
A high-quality silver metal that’s soft, lightweight, and durable. Aluminum is commonly used for 5-axis CNC machining in military and aerospace applications.
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Brass
A metal alloy made of copper and zinc, made with varying proportions to create a range of brasses with varying properties. Brass has decent strength and electrical conductivity when used in machining parts.
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Bronze
An alloy comprised of copper and tin, bronze offers a wide range of properties such as high ductility, hardness, thermal conductivity, strength, and workability. Bronze is often used to manufacture nuts, bolts, threaded parts, bearings, bushings, screws, and more.
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Carbon Steel
A metal alloy of carbon and steel, but could also contain nickel, copper or manganese. Carbon steel is commonly used for axles, gears, shafts, rails, pipelines, couplings and more.
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Copper
A common metal used in manufacturing electrical equipment such as wiring and motors. Copper requires specialized processes for manufacturing, meaning copper alloys are more common in machining components.
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Hardened Steel
Medium or high carbon steel that has been given heat treatment to temper it, or increase its toughness of the steel. How hard the steel becomes depends on the amount of carbon present in the metal, and it’s typically used to make power shovels, nozzles, surgical instruments, and other manufactured parts.
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Hastelloy
A strong nickel-chromium-iron-molybdenum alloy resistant to corrosion. Hastelloy steel is often used to manufacture contour rings, rings, hubs, flanges, shafts, and other manufactured products.
Learn MoreServing Major Florida Cities with Aerospace CNC Machining Services
Owens Industries provides precision aerospace CNC machining solutions across Florida, meeting the industry’s rigorous demands in key cities, including:
- Jacksonville
- Miami
- Tampa
- Orlando
- St. Petersburg
- Hialeah
- Port St. Lucie
- Tallahassee
- Fort Lauderdale
- Pembroke Pines
- Cape Coral
- Hollywood
- Gainesville
- Miami Gardens
- Coral Springs
- Clearwater
- Palm Bay
- Spring Hill
- Lakeland
- Davie
Components We Build for the Aerospace Industry
| Part | Application | Machining Process Used | Material | Specific Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valve Seat | Air Flow Regulator | Mill/Turn | 347 Stainless Steel | Diameters held within 0.0005" Concentricities |
| Control Valve Housing | Aircraft Brake | 4-Axis Milling | 2024-T351 Aluminum | MIL-Spec Ports and Internal Features |
| Check Valve | Brake Fluid Flow Control | Precision Turning | 18-8 Stainless Steel Cond B | 32 Microfinish on all Surfaces |
| Piston | Engine Valve | Conventional CNC Turning | 7075-T651 Aluminum | Maintaining Class 1 Diameter Fit Tolerance |
| Hinge, Convergent Flap | Flap Control | 3-Axis Milling | Inconel 718 | Deep Groove Milling |
| Housing, Aileron | Flap Control | 5-Axis Milling | 15-5PH Cond H1025 | Machining Finned Housing from Solid Billet Stock |
| Battery Core | Safety Equipment | Swiss Screw Machine | 6061-T6 Aluminum | Black Anodized Sleeve |
| Machined Reflector | Wing Lights | 5 Axis Profile Milling | 6061-T6 Aluminum | Milling and Polishing 16 Reflective Pockets |
| Cylinder Assembly | Flow Channel for Booster Rocket | Turning with Ceramic Inserts | A286 Alloy | Deep Drilling Through Interrupted Surfaces |
| Thruster Body | Satellite Propulsion | Precision EDM | 6Al-4v Grade 5 Titanium | EDM Nozzle Micro Taper Vectored Thru-Hole |
| DM Cover | Satellite Component | Mill/Turn | 6061-T651 Aluminum | Turn, Mill, and Drill Flanged Cover |
| Grid Clamp | Satellite Component | CNC Turn | AISI 304 Stainless Steel | Turn 0.044" Thick Ring |