Machine Shops for eVTOL & Advanced Air Mobility
Find AS9100 & ITAR certified machine shops qualified to supply components for the eVTOL/AAM program.
Prime Contractor
Multiple (Joby, Archer, Lilium)
Status
Pre-production/certification phase
Required Certs
AS9100D
Program Overview
Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft represent a new category of urban air mobility. Companies like Joby, Archer, and Lilium are developing air taxis requiring precision machined components in volumes never seen for rotorcraft.
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Machined Component Categories
Electric Motor Components
Motor housings, cooling systems, and rotor assemblies
Rotor Systems
Prop hubs, blade grips, and tilt mechanisms
Structural
Wing and empennage fittings, landing gear components
Primary Materials
Required Certifications
Preferred:
Special Requirements
- Automotive-rate production capability
- Electric motor component experience
- Willingness to scale rapidly
How to Become a eVTOL/AAM Supplier
- 1
Obtain Required Certifications
AS9100D certification and other required certifications are mandatory before pursuing program work.
- 2
Register in Supplier Portal
Register through Multiple (Joby, Archer, Lilium)'s supplier portal and relevant procurement networks (e.g., Exostar).
- 3
Respond to RFQs
Monitor procurement opportunities and submit competitive quotes that demonstrate your capabilities and capacity.
- 4
Complete Qualification
Pass supplier qualification audits and first article inspections before receiving production orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
How will eVTOL production differ from traditional aerospace?
eVTOL manufacturers plan automotive-like production rates (hundreds to thousands per year). This requires suppliers who can scale from prototype to high-volume while maintaining aerospace quality.
What components need machining in eVTOL aircraft?
While eVTOLs use extensive composites, machined components include electric motor parts, rotor system components, landing gear, and structural fittings. Electric powertrain components are a new requirement.
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Get Personalized MatchesProgram Requirements
- Certifications
- 1 required
- Materials
- 4 types
- Component Categories
- 3
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Prime Contractor
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Qualified Machine Shops
AS9100 & ITAR certified manufacturers capable of eVTOL/AAM program work