WASHINGTON STATE PARTNER DIRECTORY INTERNATIONAL AEROSPACE INNOVATION FORUM 2022 MONTRÉAL, QUÉBEC
WASHINGTON STATE: WHERE THE “NEXT BIG THING” BEGINS
For more than a century, Washington State has been at the very forefront of innovation in the aerospace industry, designing and building some of the most advanced and successful commercial and military aircraft, uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) and space exploration vehicles the world has ever seen. Today, the state’s aerospace industry benefits from a dense ecosystem of innovation and collaboration across sectors.
Washington’s robust supply chain and highly skilled workforce enable companies to produce more revenue, sell more products and services, and generate more profits. The state is consistently ranked at the top of industry rankings for productivity, innovation, workforce and businessfriendly tax structure.
INDUSTRY SNAPSHOT
• Every Boeing model that begins and ends with a ‘7’ has been built in Washington. The state is the sole producer of the 737, 767 and 777 as well as the military’s K-46 Pegasus, P-8 Poseidon and Air Force One, based on the 747-8.
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The state’s aerospace industry specializes in aerostructures, composites, advanced materials, aircraft interiors, engineering and tooling, avionics, information and communication technologies, R&D, uncrewed aerial systems, entertainment and navigation systems, and commercial space.
With more than 1,300+ aerospace-related companies, Washington’s supply chain is the largest in the United States and the second-largest supplier to Airbus.
• The state has produced more than 32,000 commercial and military aircraft over the last century.
• New opportunities involve electric aircraft propulsion, commercial space services, Urban Air Mobility, advanced materials and uncrewed aerial systems.
• 130,000+ workers are employed in Washington’s aerospace industry.
• Aerospace is a $70 billion industry in Washington State and supports more than 250,000 jobs.
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Washington is the birthplace of Boeing, which has spawned a robust supply chain of more than 1,300 companies that manufacture of parts, systems and structures, meeting the needs of every major aircraft manufacturer and airline in the world.
Leveraging its rich history in aerospace and leadership in advanced manufacturing and information technology, Washington is also home to a rapidly growing space cluster, featuring such visionary firms as Aerojet Rocketdyne, Blue Origin, Kymeta, Spaceflight Industries and SpaceX. Exploring new ideas in sustainable propulsion technologies, composites, uncrewed vehicles and satellites, the state’s commitment to excellence and innovation ensures a steady supply of work for savvy businesses and investors who want to be part of Washington’s extensive supply chain or benefit from its ability to deliver quality products and services
AN IN-DEPTH LOOK
• Washington is the second most competitive state in the U.S. for labor, material, energy and construction costs.
Building on our century of knowhow, Washington continues to be a dominant force in the aviation and space sector. Over the last 100 years, the state’s aerospace industry has led the world in innovation, pushing the envelope in design, engineering, materials and production.
• Washington has ranked #1 nationally in aerospace sales, exports, profits, and employment for more than a decade and exports more aerospace products annually than California, Texas, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, Arizona, and Alabama— combined.
Toworldwide.promote innovation and industry growth, the state offers aerospace companies an array of incentives, including reduced or deferred tax credits and sales and use tax exemptions to encourage sector Thegrowth.industry is supported by innovative public-private partnerships such as the Center for Excellence for Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing, Washington 3
Aerospace Training & Research Center and the Joint Center for Aerospace Technology Innovation. An emphasis on training and education ensures a steady stream of highly trained specialists in avionics, robotics, logistics, production, interiors and advanced materials. Research and development at the state’s major universities as well as the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory drives additional innovation and invention in the sector. aerospace company that wants to soar to new heights, want put Washington State on radar. have a talented team of business experts to help maximize potential in Washington, whether looking to add more production capacity, invest in an established business, expand company or find new partners in the most sophisticated and advanced aerospace supply chain in the world. contact one of our team of experts in the back of this directory, or email us aerospace@choosewashington.comat we’ll be happy to tell you about more about the benefits of choosing Washington for your next business venture.
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5 KEY CONTACT Sean Dwyer, Business Development Officer Phone: 425-877-0100 Email: Website:SDwyer@chinookenterprises.orgwww.chinookenterprises.org “Chinook Enterprises was founded in 1980, in Mount Vernon, Washington, as a 501 (c) 3 NonProfit organization to assist job seekers with disabilities. Their mission is to support full participation in community life for people with disabilities or other Chinookbarriers. is also an aerospace manufacturer of sheet-metal/ machining details and assemblies, as well as wire harness & cable Ourassemblies.maincustomer is Boeing, and we are also a part of an elite group of suppliers, called “The Premier Bidder” program. PRODUCTS & SERVICES • Aerospace Sheetmetal/ machining, details and assemblies • Wire harness, cable assemblies, brackets, fillers UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORS We have a very good rating with our major customer, Boeing. Our on-time delivery and quality rating is Silver/Silver. MEETING GOALS Seeking to meet OEM’s and super Tier 1’s interested in working with a company that not only supplies quality and on time performance but also provides people with disabilities and barriers to employment and an opportunity to be an integral part in the community. WHERE ABILITY MEETS OPPORTUNITY C H I N O O K e n t e r p r i s e s
6 KEY CONTACT Eric Kiumjian, Engineer Manager Phone: 206-225-0199 Email: eric@keltia-design.com Keltia Design Inc is a privately held corporation in WA State. Keltia provides both on-site and remote Aerospace CAD Design & Training Support Services along with industry experienced recruiting services. Keltia was founded by Kevin Burtchaell in 2000 after working with industry leaders like Boeing, Bombardier, Goodrich, Messier-Dowty and Allied Signal (now Honeywell) in the US, Canada, and Europe. This experience has not only given Keltia a comprehensive understanding of key systems and disciplines of aerospace engineering but also unique credibility with candidates and clients alike. PRODUCTS & SERVICES • Engineering CAD Design Support Services • Aircraft Modifications • Freighter Conversion Support • CATIA • Solidworks • NX Unigraphics • CREO • Autodesk Inventor Training • Aerospace Recruiting UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORS Keltia has its US office in Seattle, WA and its European office located in Ireland. MEETING GOALS Interested in meeting companies that require engineering specialists with CATIA, Solidworks, CREO and NX aerospace design support and training services. KEY CONTACT Kevin Burtchaell, President/CEO Phone: 206-734-4658 Email: Website:kevin@keltia-design.comwww.keltia-design.com
7 The overall objective of Off Planet Research is to create unique and sought-after simulants for extraterrestrial environments for testing space technology and conducting research and development. We offer resources which dramatically increase mission assurance, cost effectiveness, and speed of development of safe and effective space-based technologies. We strive to enable a meaningful, enduring human presence beyond Earth orbit by helping organizations learn how to live and work on the Moon and other worlds safely and productively. PRODUCTS & SERVICES • General and Custom Regolith Simulants (Test Materials) • Icy Regolith Simulants • Component Development • Component Testing • Consulting UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORS We produce simulants, or test materials, based on client specifications. If a composition or characteristic does not exist commercially, we create it. MEETING GOALS • To increase awareness of the importance of testing with accurate simulants and appropriate testing conditions. • Seeking customers for technologies that aid in dust mitigation on the lunar and Martian surfaces. • Seeking organizations in need of regolith or simulant expertise, consulting, or educational seminars.
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8KEY CONTACT Andrew Vuong, Director of Business Development Phone: +1-206-859-7985 Email: Website:AndrewV@pathfinder-mfg.orgpathfinder-mfg.org Pathfinder Manufacturing (previously known as Work Force Development Center) is a leader in precision machining, fabrication, and assembly of high-quality parts and equipment for a range of industries, including aerospace, space, and defense. Pathfinder Manufacturing specializes in CNC machining, mechanical assembly (drilling, deburr, and final assembly), and electrical assembly (cable and wire harness assembly, kitting, soldering, laser wire stripping). We inspect 100% of all parts we ship out. Pathfinder Manufacturing is a Tier 1 supplier for Boeing. As a member of the elite Premier Bidder supplier for Boeing, Pathfinder Manufacturing has an excellent track record of quality workmanship and on-time delivery. PRODUCTS & SERVICES • Wire harness • Cable assembly • CNC machining • Final assembly • Kitting UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORS
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9 KEY CONTACT Steve Nelson, Director, Program Management Phone: +1 206-229-4937 Email: Website:steve.nelson@tlgaerospace.comwww.tlgaerospace.com TLG Aerospace excels in providing aircraft and aerospace innovators, developers and modifiers the engineering experience and skills to bring their concepts to reality, providing critical engineering analysis and testing to form a solid foundation for our customer’s products. Our in-house multidisciplinary engineering team handle any project, from aerodynamic design to aircraft modifications. We have the expertise with five FAA Designated Engineering Representatives (DER’s) and an experienced leadership staff with over 160 years of collective experience. PRODUCTS & SERVICES • New Aircraft & Spacecraft Development • Advanced Air Mobility / eVTOL • Passenger to Freighter Conversions & Other Major Modifications • Performance Improvements • Gross Weight & Flight Envelope Increases • Wind Tunnel, Ground and Flight Testing UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORS TLG Aerospace has the experience and capacity to support the entire iterative aircraft design cycle from product development to certification. TLG works with OEMs and modifiers on hardware which is in production and flying on aircraft today. MEETING GOALS Seeking to meet with aerospace and aircraft developers and modifiers interested in finding a partner with experience and expertise in engineering analysis capable of delivering time-efficient and effective solutions. KEY CONTACT Scott Dickson, Director, Administration & Finance Phone: +1 206-321-4538 Email: scott.dickson@tlgaerospace. com
10STAFF Amandine Crabtree Aerospace International Trade Specialist Small Business Export Assistance Office of Economic Development & WashingtonCompetitivenessState Department of Commerce Phone: 206-485-8541 Email: amandine.crabtree@commerce.wa.gov Naomi Carvello International Trade & FDI Consultant, Canada CIDEP Phone: 514-347-3158 Email: n.carvello@cidepiqc.com Christopher Littler International Trade & FDI Consultant, Canada CIDEP Phone: 514-561-5818 Email: c.littler@cidepiqc.com
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