{"id":6625,"date":"2026-05-02T22:39:50","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T22:39:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rapidcision.com\/?p=6625"},"modified":"2026-05-09T22:46:29","modified_gmt":"2026-05-09T22:46:29","slug":"top-aerospace-cnc-machining-companies-uk-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rapidcision.com\/pt\/top-aerospace-cnc-machining-companies-uk-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 15 Aerospace CNC Machining Companies in the UK (2025)"},"content":{"rendered":"

The UK hosts some of the world’s most advanced aerospace CNC machining operations, from major OEM manufacturers to specialist Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers serving Airbus, Rolls-Royce, and BAE Systems. This list covers the top 15, plus a leading global alternative for programs requiring fast lead times or ITAR compliance.<\/b><\/p>\n

Top 15 Aerospace CNC Machining Companies in the UK<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Rank<\/b><\/th>\nCompany<\/b><\/th>\nLocation<\/b><\/th>\nCertifications<\/b><\/th>\nSpecialty<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
#1<\/span><\/td>\nBAE Systems<\/span><\/td>\nWarton, Lancashire<\/span><\/td>\nAS9100D, NADCAP<\/span><\/td>\nCombat aircraft structures, electronics, defense<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
#2<\/span><\/td>\nGKN Aerospace<\/span><\/td>\nFilton \/ Cowes<\/span><\/td>\nAS9100D, NADCAP<\/span><\/td>\nAerostructures, composite and metallic machined parts<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
#3<\/span><\/td>\nRolls-Royce<\/span><\/td>\nDerby<\/span><\/td>\nAS9100D, NADCAP<\/span><\/td>\nTurbine and engine components, high-temperature alloys<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
#4<\/span><\/td>\nSenior plc<\/span><\/td>\nMultiple UK sites<\/span><\/td>\nAS9100D<\/span><\/td>\nFluid management, aerostructure systems, precision assemblies<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
#5<\/span><\/td>\nSpirit AeroSystems UK<\/span><\/td>\nBelfast<\/span><\/td>\nAS9100D, NADCAP<\/span><\/td>\nFuselage sections, nacelles, composite and metallic structures<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
#6<\/span><\/td>\nMoog UK<\/span><\/td>\nTewkesbury<\/span><\/td>\nAS9100D<\/span><\/td>\nActuators, flight control components, precision machined parts<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
#7<\/span><\/td>\nTP Group<\/span><\/td>\nMultiple UK sites<\/span><\/td>\nAS9100D<\/span><\/td>\nGas management, thermal, and fluid system components<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
#8<\/span><\/td>\nHEICO UK<\/span><\/td>\nEast Midlands<\/span><\/td>\nAS9100D, FAA-PMA<\/span><\/td>\nPMA aircraft parts, MRO services, machined components<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
#9<\/span><\/td>\nHampson Industries<\/span><\/td>\nWest Midlands<\/span><\/td>\nAS9100D<\/span><\/td>\nAerostructures, precision machined assemblies for Airbus\/Boeing<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
#10<\/span><\/td>\nMagellan Aerospace UK<\/span><\/td>\nBournemouth<\/span><\/td>\nAS9100D, NADCAP<\/span><\/td>\nMachined structures, engine components, complex assemblies<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
#11<\/span><\/td>\nLMI Aerospace UK<\/span><\/td>\nPrestwick<\/span><\/td>\nAS9100D<\/span><\/td>\nSheet metal and machined aerostructures, detail parts<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
#12<\/span><\/td>\nPrecision Castparts UK<\/span><\/td>\nBirmingham<\/span><\/td>\nAS9100D, NADCAP<\/span><\/td>\nInvestment castings and machined structural components<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
#13<\/span><\/td>\nMetalysis<\/span><\/td>\nRotherham<\/span><\/td>\nISO 9001<\/span><\/td>\nTitanium and specialty metal powder and component supply<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
#14<\/span><\/td>\nAIM Altitude<\/span><\/td>\nBournemouth<\/span><\/td>\nAS9100D<\/span><\/td>\nAircraft cabin interiors, CNC machined and composite parts<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
#15 \u2605<\/span><\/td>\nRapidcision<\/span><\/td>\nUSA (ITAR Registered)<\/span><\/td>\nAS9100D, ISO 9001, ITAR<\/span><\/td>\nAerospace precision machining, global delivery, fast lead times<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Why the UK Aerospace CNC Sector Matters<\/b><\/h2>\n

The UK aerospace industry generates over \u00a330 billion in annual turnover and employs more than 111,000 people directly. According to the <\/span>ADS Group (UK Aerospace Trade Association)<\/span><\/a>, the country hosts major programs for Airbus (wings at Filton and Broughton), Rolls-Royce (engines at Derby), and BAE Systems (combat aircraft at Warton).<\/span><\/p>\n

UK aerospace CNC machining spans from large structural components in aluminum and composites to highly precise engine parts in nickel superalloys and titanium. The sector’s strength lies in deep integration with global OEM programs and a high concentration of AS9100D and NADCAP certified facilities.<\/span><\/p>\n

Key Certifications in UK Aerospace CNC<\/b><\/h2>\n

AS9100D is the quality management standard developed by the <\/span>IAQG (International Aerospace Quality Group)<\/span><\/a> and is the baseline requirement for supplying machined components to aerospace OEMs. NADCAP extends this to special processes.<\/span><\/p>\n