Longmont, Colorado · Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned

Precision machining for critical defense and aerospace systems.

Schott Manufacturing Solutions builds mission-critical components as a trusted subcontractor to the nation's leading defense primes. We specialize in difficult 5-axis machining, from prototype through long-term production. Tight tolerances, documented quality, on-time delivery.

AS9100 recently certifiedITAR · DDTC registered, activeSDVOSBISO 9001:2015CMMC Level 2 self-assessed, third-party assessment planned

Who we build for

Experienced subcontractor to defense prime contractors

Raytheon
Lockheed Martin
BAE Systems
Anduril
Supporting military aircraft, missile and space programs. We hold BAE-certified delegated inspectors on quality.

Programs we support

Parts that fly, launch and defend.

Our work goes into critical defense systems built by the primes. Program details stay confidential; the quality bar does not move.

01

Military aircraft

Structural and system components machined to print, inspected and documented for aircraft programs.

02

Missile systems

Precision housings, frames and hardware for missile programs where accuracy and traceability are non-negotiable.

03

Space programs

Lightweight, tight-tolerance parts and assemblies for space hardware, from prototype through production.

Why primes choose SMS

Hard 5-axis parts, proven in prototype and delivered in production.

We built the shop around the work that is difficult to machine and difficult to inspect.

01

Difficult 5-axis work

Complex 5-axis parts are our specialty, from first prototype through repeat production.

02

Prototype and production

We do prototype well and production just as well, so a part can move from first article to a steady run in one shop.

03

Built for long-term programs

We want long-term production contracts, and we build tight, repeatable processes around the highest-quality parts. We run production batches of 500+ parts on our palletized machines, and can spread large production across multiple machines.

04

Always investing

A new Matsuura machine, a new Zeiss CMM, a new compressor and all-new CMMC-level technology equipment for security and information protection. A second site and new machines are coming soon, for more capacity and larger work envelopes.

05

Machining and quality talent

We believe our machinists and quality team are among the best in the region, and it shows in the parts.

06

Documented quality

AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality systems, BAE-certified delegated inspectors and an in-house, temperature-controlled lab.

100% aligned with you, start to finish

We pride ourselves on 100% alignment with our customers, start to finish: engineering, design, fixturing, manufacturing planning, machining and CMM inspection, with very strong communication throughout. It is proven and ongoing with prime customers such as BAE Systems, Raytheon and Lockheed Martin.

Capability

5-axis horsepower with inspection to match.

From prototypes to production runs, our floor runs Matsuura 5-axis machining with an in-house, temperature-controlled quality lab.

  • Matsuura MAM 72-52V 5-axis mill with large production pallet system
  • Six 5-axis machines; Matsuura envelope up to 40" x 25" x 25"
  • Two CMMs, including a Zeiss Contura (36" x 72" x 32"), in a temperature-controlled lab
  • Wire EDM, mill/turn and assembly, with plating, anodizing and heat treating through trusted partners

Full equipment list

Matsuura 5-axis CNC mill at Schott Manufacturing Solutions

Quality & compliance

Credentials the defense supply chain requires.

We run a documented quality system and take compliance seriously.

AS9100Recently certified aerospace quality management system.
ISO 9001:2015Certified quality management.
ITAR / DDTCRegistered with DDTC. Registration active.
CMMC Level 2Self-assessed. Third-party assessment planned.
SDVOSBService-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business.
BAE-certified inspectorsDelegated inspectors on quality.
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Industries

One precision partner across demanding markets.

Military & Defense

Critical defense systems components with confidentiality and traceability built in.

Aerospace

Parts and components held to exacting aerospace standards.

Telecommunications

Amplifier housings and wireless infrastructure hardware.

Advanced Optics

5-axis accuracy for optical components and custom lens holders.

Services

From first prototype to full production.

Prototyping

On-demand prototypes in metals and plastics on 3-axis, 5-axis and CNC turning equipment.

Short-run production

Rapid manufacturing of batches under 500 without compromising quality.

Mass production

Palletized machining and tailored solutions for a smooth move from prototype to full scale.

Let's build your next critical part.

Send us your requirements and our team will respond with a plan, timeline and quote.

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