We understand the unique challenges of aerospace and the culture that drives it. Whether supporting a Final Assembly Line (FAL), a Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility, a production environment or aftermarket operations, we help our customers deliver performance and safety under real-world constraints. Aerospace demands precision, safety, weight optimisation and traceability. We support those who build, maintain and test aircraft, helping them work efficiently and safely.
Our expertise spans the full lifecycle, from prototype tooling and production systems to transport equipment, ground support and in-service solutions. Every design prioritises the operator, combining strength and precision with ergonomics, safety and ease of maintenance. All systems comply with rigorous documentation, quality and traceability standards, integrating seamlessly into customer operations. Our solutions are trusted daily across UK and international aerospace facilities.
UNDERSTANDING THE AEROSPACE ENVIRONMENT
We understand that aerospace demands absolute control over materials, finishes and handling. The tools we design must not only perform precisely but also protect the integrity of the parts they interact with. Our engineers have a detailed understanding of aerospace-approved materials and surface treatments, and we know where certain materials cannot be used due to contamination, wear or contact transfer risks. We design our tooling to prevent any possibility of surface damage to flight components, with full awareness of how a single scratch can propagate into a crack and compromise structural integrity.
Whether we are designing handling fixtures, lifting frames or alignment tools, we select materials and finishes that ensure protection, cleanliness and compliance with aerospace standards throughout production, assembly and maintenance operations.
HOW WE SUPPORT THE AEROSPACE INDUSTRY
Final Assembly Line (FAL)
Tooling and alignment systems for airframe and landing gear assembly, designed for repeatable accuracy, compact operation and operator safety.
Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO)
Robust tools and handling systems for engines and components, designed for reliability, ease of use and fast servicing.
Ground Support Equipment (GSE)
Custom lifting, handling and alignment tools engineered for strength, precision and operator comfort under load.
Transport Tooling
Designed for local site handling, overland transport, and international air and sea freight, ensuring protection, stability and compliance.
Production and Development Tooling
Fixtures, rigs and assembly aids for repeatable manufacturing and proof testing, designed for modularity and rapid deployment.
Aftermarket and End-Customer Support
Ground-handling, testing and transport tooling that integrate seamlessly into maintenance and support operations.
CORE CAPABILITIES

PARTNER WITH AMTEK
We understand the unique pressures of aerospace, the precision of the FAL, the time constraints of MRO, the documentation and traceability expectations of production, and the safety-critical nature of ground support and transport operations. Talk to us today about how we can help you design smarter, safer and more efficient aerospace tooling and ground support systems.
RECENT PROJECTS

Nose Landing Gear Installation Tool
A major aircraft manufacturer challenged Amtek to develop a high-precision, single-operator installation tool for Nose Landing Gear assembly in a craneless final assembly line environment.

Portable Proof Load Test Rig for Aircraft Tripod Stands
Amtek was commissioned to design a portable, modular proof load test rig capable of safely and accurately testing aircraft tripod jacks.

Flatpack Near-Wing Engine Turnover Tooling System
Amtek was asked to design a flatpack, portable gantry-style turnover system capable of safely rotating short aircraft engines during maintenance and repair operations.