08/01/2025 Advancing Aerospace: Precision Machining & Self‑Locking Innovation at Moeller Aerospace

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In the high-stakes world of aerospace, precision machining and compliance with strict quality standards are essential. Moeller Aerospace delivers on both fronts, offering top-tier aircraft engine plate machining, innovative self-locking fluid fittings and borescope plugs, and end-to-end CNC machining for aerospace parts trusted by major OEMs around the world.

Advanced Machining for Engine Components

As an aerospace and power generation supplier, Moeller performs 100% of machining processes in‑house, supporting complex turbine airfoils, seals, flow path parts, engine spacers and more. We offer our machining capabilities for commercial, military, space, and industrial gas turbine applications. Our CNC expertise spans milling, turning, creep-feed grinding, EDM, and superabrasive machining, critical for the tight tolerances of jet engine components.

CNC Machining Aerospace Parts

Moeller’s CNC machining of aerospace parts is built around advanced technology and continuous improvement. Using 3-, 4-, 5- and 6-axis CNC machines, we produce complex geometries and tight-tolerance components with repeatable precision. In-house capabilities include:

  • High-speed multi-axis milling and turning
  • Wire and sinker EDM for intricate features
  • Creep-feed and superabrasive grinding for hardened materials
  • Full design-to-production support

Whether machining titanium aluminide turbine blades or nickel-based superalloy components, Moeller’s CNC systems deliver unmatched accuracy and quality across prototypes and production volumes.

Jet Engine Parts & Airfoils

As a one-stop shop for machining high-performance turbine components, Moeller Aerospace delivers unmatched expertise in jet engine parts and airfoils; supporting turbojets, turbofans, turboprops, turbopumps, and even land-based power generation systems.

Turbine Blades

Turbine blades play a crucial role in converting high-pressure, high-temperature gas into torque. Moeller machines turbine blades from challenging high-nickel superalloys, maintaining the extremely tight tolerances these components demand. With advanced machining and inspection technologies, Moeller consistently produces blades with superior process capability.

Blade Capabilities Include:

  • Blade types: High-pressure compressor, HPT, and LPT blades
  • Blade sizes: From 1.25-inch first-stage turbopump blades to 28-inch power generation blades

Vanes and Nozzles

Vanes and nozzles are key to optimizing engine efficiency by precisely directing gas flow through the turbine section. These multi-piece assemblies are also machined from high-nickel alloys designed for high-temperature and pressure environments.

Moeller’s precision processes ensure tight tolerance control for high-reliability performance in demanding aerospace and power generation applications.

Vane/Nozzle Capabilities Include:

  • Types: HPT, IPT, and LPT vanes and nozzles
  • Sizes: 1.25-inch vanes to 28-inch multi-airfoil segments, including singlets, brazed doublets, and complex multi-segment assemblies

As a trusted leader in turbine airfoil machining, Moeller Aerospace helps its customers push engine performance, durability, and innovation to new heights.

Innovative Self-Locking Solutions

A standout innovation is Moeller’s Click‑Loc technology, custom-designed self-locking borescope plugs, fluid fittings, and fasteners. These products eliminate traditional lockwire and offer reusable, positive locking in extreme vibration, stress, and thermal environments. With over 29 years of zero reported failures, Click‑Loc meets ISO, NADCAP, and AS9100d quality standards and streamlines maintenance on platforms including the Boeing 777, F‑22, and Rolls-Royce engines.

Top Aerospace Manufacturer

Moeller Aerospace, founded in 1949 and acquired by AE Industrial in 2016, has grown across multiple facilities in Michigan, gaining recognition among the top aerospace manufacturers in the state. Our 70+ engine programs and OE-level partnerships underline our leadership.

Our global reach is also showcased through participation in premier industry events, including MRO Americas, the LOA Symposium, Verticon, and the 55th International Paris Air Show, where our advanced machining capabilities and aerospace innovations were on display to a worldwide audience.

Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

Every Moeller component is manufactured under strict quality processes: AS9100D, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, NADCAP, and OEM-specific standards like GE S‑1000 and R-R SABRe. Investments in digital architecture and process control reflect our commitment to continual excellence.

Ready to Partner with a Proven Aerospace Manufacturer?

Whether you’re sourcing high-performance jet engine parts, advanced CNC machining for aerospace components, or innovative self-locking components, Moeller Aerospace has the expertise and infrastructure to deliver.

Contact our team today to ask questions, explore our capabilities, or learn more about how Moeller can support your next project!

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