 ETI Tech: Precision Machining, Welding, & Assembly at the Q2 2025 F-35 Support Equipment Supplier Summit hosted by Northrop Grumman. DAYTON, OH, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 / EINPresswire.com / -- ETI Tech Invited to Northrop Grumman’s Q2 2025 F-35 Supplier Summit ETI Tech, a long-standing precision manufacturer supporting the F-35 Lightning II program, attended the Q2 2025 F-35 Support Equipment Supplier Summit hosted by Northrop Grumman in Palmdale, California. The summit—attended by Lockheed Martin, Industry leaders, the F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO), and top-tier defense primes—spotlighted collaboration, partnership, and unwavering commitment to War Fighter. Held under the theme “Predictability, Performance, Partnership,” Northrup leadership emphasized critical sustainment initiatives driving fleet readiness for over 1,170 F-35 aircraft globally.  Held under the theme “Predictability, Performance, Partnership,” Northrup leadership emphasized critical sustainment initiatives driving fleet readiness for over 1,170 F-35 aircraft globally. Key Highlights: • Active suppliers of assemblies, materials, systems, and components across multiple F-35 variants attended and collaborated • Panel representation at Supplier Summit, reinforcing voice-of-field and supply chain insights • Collaboration with JPO to improve sustainment system predictability and warfighter outcomes  ETI Tech President Andrew Chavez joined the Supplier Panel to share insights on production readiness, performance metrics, and field-driven feedback—reinforcing the company’s role as an extension of the call to action: Air Dominance. This annual summit marks another milestone in ETI Tech’s drive to support the Defense Department’s largest aircraft program with speed, quality, and total accountability. As the F-35 sustainment landscape grows more complex, ETI Tech will position itself to become a more valuable and trusted partner committed to readiness, resilience, and results.  ETI Tech Achieves Structural Welding Certification for F-35 Sustainment Program Within weeks of attending the annual summit ETI achieved a major advancement by earning its structural welding certification for both Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin. “Achieving the structural welding approval is a major step forward. It shows we’re not only committed to precision machining and assembly—we’re actively scaling our capabilities to meet the evolving demands of the Warfighter,” – Andrew Chavez, ETI / Starwin President.  More about ETI / Starwin Precision, Partnership, Performance. For over two decades, ETI Technologies and Starwin Industries have set the benchmark for reliability in aerospace and defense manufacturing. Trusted by leading primes and Tier 1 suppliers, our companies are recognized for delivering mission-critical components on time and to spec—every time. Backed by a proven track record that includes support for platforms like the F-35, F-15, F-16, F-22, and C-5, we specialize in precision machining, EDM, welding, assembly, composites, electro-mechanical assemblies, and ground support equipment. From prototyping through full-rate production, our vertically integrated operations ensure lean, agile, and cost-effective solutions for our customers. - AS9100D certified quality systems - Northrup Grumman, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and DoD-approved supply chain credentials - ETI & Starwin are co-located Dayton, OH facility for streamlined integration - Veteran Operations and Engineering teams with 50+ years combined experience - Rapid response, small business agility with large-program capability Whether you’re sustaining legacy fleets or developing next-gen technologies, ETI Technologies and Starwin Industries are built to serve, built to scale, and built to last.
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🚀 Meet Our Summer Interns Supporting the F-35 Warfighter Mission 🛠️✈️ We’re proud to welcome two incredible interns to ETI Starwin this summer — both bringing passion, purpose, and precision to our mission supporting the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program.  🔩 Ali Shamisarski-Rodriguez Engineering Intern – Wright State University Ali is on the path to a Mechanical Engineering degree and plans to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces. With a strong military heritage and a drive for hands-on technical experience, Ali is diving into complex problem-solving with our team.  🔧 Ian Gilliam Quality Engineering Intern – University of Cincinnati Ian is pursuing Computer Engineering and has a strong interest in automation, controls, and process optimization. With family ties to Wright-Patt and a curiosity for aerospace innovation, Ian is already making an impact in our quality systems.  At ETI Starwin, we're honored to help shape the next generation of engineering talent in direct support of our nation’s defense, to ensure our support of mission readiness for the Army, Navy, Airforce, and Marines is always at peak performance.
These two future leaders are already making us proud. Land of the Free. Because of the Brave. God Bless the USA. 5/23/2025 ETI Tech Awarded 3 New Contracts in Support of the U.S. Air Force C-5 Galaxy Modernization ProgramRead Now ETI / Starwin, a leading aerospace and defense manufacturer based in Dayton, Ohio, has been awarded three new contracts from Warner Robins Air Force Base to support the long-term sustainment and modernization of the U.S. Air Force's C-5 Galaxy aircraft.
These awards mark a continued vote of confidence in ETI’s role as a strategic manufacturing partner for the Department of Defense. As the intellectual property (IP) holder for select C-5 components, ETI is uniquely positioned as the front-runner to deliver mission-critical parts and assemblies required under the Air Force’s ongoing C-5 modernization roadmap. The C-5 Galaxy, one of the largest military transport aircraft in the world, remains essential to U.S. global mobility and heavy airlift missions. There are currently 52 aircraft in the active fleet, maintained across three primary sustainment bases: Dover AFB (DE), Travis AFB (CA), and Westover ARB (MA), with depot-level maintenance centralized at Warner Robins AFB (GA). The current modernization effort—known as the Reliability Enhancement and Re-engining Program (RERP)—focuses on avionics upgrades, structural reinforcement, and propulsion enhancements designed to extend the aircraft’s service life through 2040 and beyond. ETI’s awarded scope supports these objectives through the delivery of complex, precision-machined armrest assemblies, structural pins, and shrouds under long-lead and quick-turn schedules. “We are proud to support Warner Robins and the entire C-5 sustainment community. Our integrated capabilities in 5-axis CNC machining, aerospace welding, composite fabrication, kitting, and full-spectrum program management allow us to solve the most complex challenges in military aircraft modernization.” - Andrew Chavez In addition to its legacy support for the C-5 Galaxy, ETI is the go-to site for integrated manufacturing solutions across fighter jets and rotorcraft platforms, as detailed on our Capabilities Page. These latest awards underscore ETI’s position as a key player in American aerospace readiness—delivering reliability, innovation, and execution that meet the mission, every time. About ETI / Starwin With over 50 years of aerospace and defense manufacturing excellence, ETI / Starwin provides precision components and integrated systems for the U.S. military and its contractors. Specializing in complex work packages for fixed-wing, rotary, and transport aircraft, ETI offers a full suite of capabilities including CNC machining, composites, assembly, and program management. 5/16/2025 Quad A Summit 2025: ETI / Starwin Support Army Aviation Sustainment and ModernizationRead Now ETI Technologies and Starwin Industries proudly participated in the 2025 Army Aviation Association of America (Quad A) Annual Summit in Nashville, engaging with key stakeholders to discuss the future of Army aviation. Showcasing the Future of Vertical LiftETI delivered it's first set of V-280 Valor tooling in collaboration with Final Rev. The Bell V-280 Valor was selected for the Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) program, the V-280 is set to enter low-rate initial production in 2028, with initial fielding planned for 2030. Bell's new 447,000-square-foot facility in Fort Worth, Texas, will support this production. More Info: https://www.bellflight.com/products/bell-v-280 https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/army-news/2025/exclusive-bell-v-280-valors-unique-tiltrotor-aircraft-to-transform-us-army-air-assault-under-fy2025-plan Strategic Collaboration with KIHOMACDuring the conference, ETI and Starwin engaged in strategic discussions with KIHOMAC to address an anticipated surge in C-5 Galaxy crew seat kit supply. Owning the intellectual property for these kits positions ETI to rapidly respond to increased demand, ensuring the readiness of the Air Force's strategic airlift fleet.  Commitment to Sustained Excellence"The momentum from Quad A reinforces our commitment to supporting the Army's aviation modernization efforts," said Andrew Chavez, President of ETI / Starwin. "Our capabilities in precision 5 axis machining, composites, welding, and assembly are integral to the evolving needs of platforms like the Apache, Chinook, and the forthcoming V-280 Valor."  U.S. Army's Premier Rotary-Wing Aircraft Showcased at Quad A - Platforms Supported by ETI / StarwinAH-64 Apache: Celebrating over five million flight hours, the Apache remains a cornerstone of Army aviation. Boeing is advancing the AH-64E with the Version 6.5 upgrade, introducing an open systems interface to enhance modularity and future-proofing. More Info: https://www.boeing.com/defense/ah-64-apache/ https://www.defensedaily.com/as-army-moves-on-from-ah-64d-boeing-says-early-to-know-on-next-apache-multi-year/army/ CH-47 Chinook: The Army continues to modernize its heavy-lift capabilities with the CH-47F Block II variant. Recent contracts, including a $240 million agreement for five MH-47G Block II helicopters, underscore the platform's enduring relevance. More Info: https://www.boeing.com/defense/ch-47-chinook/ https://www.govconwire.com/2025/03/boeing-240million-army-contract-mh-47g-block-ii-chinook-helicopters/  About ETI Technologies & Starwin IndustriesETI Technologies and Starwin Industries, located in Dayton Ohio, specialize in delivering mission-critical components and sustainment solutions for military aviation platforms. With a focus on quality, agility, and a constant pursuit of excellence, the companies are trusted partners in advancing the capabilities of the U.S. armed forces.   Lockheed CEO Jim Taiclet described the future upgrade as turning the F-35 chassis into a “Ferrari,” with more stealth technology and new long-range tracking systems and weapons to “supercharge” the jet.  We're excited to support next steps with CNI Aviation for the F-16 modernization, sustainment and integration efforts.
CNI's recent award represents USG's commitment to keep the F-16 aircraft mission-ready. ETI Tech teaming with KIHOMAC on a TDP for the overhaul of C-5 Crew and Passenger seats which included updating manuals, designing specialized tooling and prototypes of several seat types
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