Precision Metalwork for Critical Sectors

Aerospace and Defence

At Chasestead we deliver high-integrity engineering solutions for some of the world’s most demanding industries — including space, aeronautics, and defence.

With decades of expertise in prototype development, low-volume manufacturing, and precision metal fabrication, we are trusted partners to OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and defence organisations across the UK and beyond.

  • Accredited to AS9100 RevD and ISO 9001
  • Accreditation with Lockheed Martin, MBDA, Rolls Royce, Meggitt and Eaton
  • Secure and confidential build areas for defence projects
  • CNC laser cutting, folding, and forming
  • 5-axis machining and trimming
  • Tooling design and press-work up to 800 tonnes
  • TIG, MIG, and robotic welding
  • Assembly and test of complex structures
  • Cyber Essentials accredited to keep your data safe from Cyber-attacks
Prototype and Low Volume Production
Advanced fabrication for specialist industries

Components with Full Traceability

We support the next generation of satellite, launch, and structural systems with precision-engineered metal components. From lightweight aluminium alloys to high-strength titanium and Inconel, our engineers deliver components that perform in the harshest environments beyond Earth.

Our aerospace team manufactures critical flight components and structural parts with full material traceability and dimensional accuracy. Using state-of-the-art forming, pressing, and CNC machining, we produce assemblies that meet stringent AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards.

We are proud to contribute to the UK’s defence manufacturing supply chain, producing parts amongst overs for armoured vehicles, radar systems, and mission-critical platforms. Our secure manufacturing areas ensure full confidentiality for sensitive projects.

Our heritage in metal fabrication and press tooling extends to armoured and tactical vehicles — including tanks, Jeeps, and light-vehicle armour systems. We work with materials such as HSLA steels, aluminium alloys, and ballistic-grade metals, ensuring strength, durability, and field reliability.

Sheet Metalwork Engineers
ISO 9001:2008 & AS9100 Rev D

Defence and Aerospace Metal Engineers

Quality is at the heart of everything we do. We operate a fully accredited Quality Management System to AS9100 Rev D and ISO 9001-2015 standards — ensuring that every component we produce meets the highest level of precision and traceability.

Our quality assurance includes:

  • Full FAIR (First Article Inspection Reports)
  • Certificates of Conformity (C of C) with every batch
  • Material Test Certificates (MTCs) for full traceability
  • Dimensional inspection reports and digital trace files
  • Controlled documentation and process audit trails
Skilled UK Designers
UK Sheet Metal Fabricator

More Information

Prototype and Low Production Sheet Metal
If you’ve got a project in mind, let’s discuss it. We’ll take the time to understand exactly what you need, offer honest feedback on the best way to make it, and deliver high-quality results that meet your budget and schedule.
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