ITAR-registered machining for defense programs.
Precision components for defense and tactical system suppliers with documented quality, controlled materials, and ITAR-compliant data handling.

Requirements
What this industry typically requires.
- ITAR-controlled data handling
- Documented inspection on critical features
- Material traceability and CoC
- Domestic manufacturing
- Secure communication on controlled programs
Capabilities
Relevant capabilities.
5-Axis Machining
Production-ready capability with documented inspection and DFM review.
CNC Milling
Production-ready capability with documented inspection and DFM review.
CNC Turning
Production-ready capability with documented inspection and DFM review.
Wire EDM
Production-ready capability with documented inspection and DFM review.
CMM Inspection
Production-ready capability with documented inspection and DFM review.
Applications
Typical part types we machine for this industry.
- Tactical system components
- Optics mounts and brackets
- Mechanical assemblies for fielded equipment
- Ground support equipment components
Engineering & compliance
What to know about working with us in this space.
A short list of the technical and compliance considerations that shape how we quote, produce, and document parts for the defense sector.
Northline is ITAR registered and operates from a single US facility.
Controlled technical data is handled per ITAR program requirements.
FAQ
Defense — FAQs
The questions engineering and procurement teams ask most often before a first quote.
Are you a US-based manufacturer?
Yes — all manufacturing is performed at our Elk Grove Village, IL facility.
Can you flow down customer quality requirements?
Yes. We work to documented quality flowdowns on a per-program basis.
Quote Defense
Have a defense part for review?
Upload your CAD files or drawings and our engineering team will review the project requirements.