Aerospace / Defence / Space

Aerospace / Defence / Space

The most reliable harnesses and assemblies for mission-critical applications

When it comes to electronic solutions for mission-critical applications, there is no margin for error. The aerospace, military and space sectors demand the most rigorous performance from electric wire harnesses, custom cable assemblies, PCBA and displays – from the finished assembly right down to individual components, cables and connectors.

No one understands the requirements of these specialist markets like Volex. Decades of experience and expertise in integrated manufacturing services make Volex a trusted partner to deliver solutions that meet the most exacting standards.

As a global manufacturer of custom cable assemblies, Volex has state-of-the-art facilities and processes that optimise efficiency and conform to industry standards. The company employs the most innovative technologies to supply high-performance harnesses, assemblies and displays for a wide range of aerospace, defence and space applications. Solutions that meet quality standards and certifications, with complete traceability of all components used in their production.

Volex also has the agility to respond to the changing demands of clients, and the rapidly evolving standards in the aerospace, defence and space industries. If customer reputation relies on mission-critical harnesses and other integrated manufacturing services, they can rely on Volex to deliver.

Aerospace Defence Space
Volex Aerospace, Defence and Space

Services and Solutions

Volex offers a comprehensive range of technical services and solutions designed for the specific needs of the aerospace, defence and space industries:

  • Military electric harness manufacture (turret and military vehicles)
  • Subsystem assemblies for missile defence programmes
  • Thermal imaging systems (helicopters, land vehicles, UAVs)
  • Aircraft in-flight control systems
  • Aircraft lighting, cockpit and fuel control systems

Volex solutions are designed to meet all relevant certifications including:

  • NATO requirements for quality assurance: Allied Quality Assurance Publications (AQAP) AQAP-4
  • Controlled Goods Program of Canada (CGP)
  • International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
  • AS9100 Aerospace Quality Standard
  • IPC J-STD-XXXX NASA standard
  • Full traceability and OpSec Security compliance

Our Integrated Manufacturing Services and Power Products include:

Volex’s Global Integrated Manufacturing Capabilities

Benefits

Volex has the global manufacturing facilities and technical expertise 
to provide world-class solutions:

Highly-secure, 
in-house engineering in manufacturing facilities across 12 countries

World-class electronic assembly services

Military-grade cables and connectors

Continuous investment in the most advanced technologies

Prototype design, feasibility analysis and cost-saving recommendations

Robust specifications and rigorous quality testing procedures

Aerospace, Defence and Space

Application Sectors Include

Volex has the global manufacturing facilities and technical expertise to provide world-class solutions:

  • Military vehicles
  • Battlefield communication systems
  • Electronic countermeasures
  • Civil aviation
  • Satellite communications
  • Weapons systems
  • Security point screening