Advanced Defence Engineering Solutions

“Fantastic all round, great service, quality work, these guys helped me out of a real jam by making a replacement part for an out of production aircraft engine....They have state of the art equipment and skilled people on hand. Colin the owner is friendly and helpful as are the guys on his team I spoke with.”

Andrew Newman

“Great engineers that can deliver high quality products, highly recommend”

Rich Gould

“Really helpful and made exactly what I needed.”

Karl Mead

“Fast and professional service, quality too”

J P

“Brilliant for all your Engineering needs”

Lea Hudson

“Good Place”

Raymond Godwin

The defence industry demands high-precision, durable, and reliable machined components that can withstand extreme conditions while meeting strict regulatory standards. As a trusted partner in defence manufacturing, JR Gilbert Engineering provides high-precision CNC machining solutions for the production of critical components used in military vehicles, weapons systems, radar technology, and defence infrastructure.

With over 40 years of experience in precision engineering, we work closely with defence equipment manufacturers to produce high-tolerance, mission-critical parts that meet the most demanding specifications. Our ISO 9001-accredited facility ensures that every component we manufacture adheres to the highest standards of quality, security, and traceability.

1. High-Precision & Tight Tolerances

Defence components must meet extremely tight tolerances to ensure compatibility with complex military systems. Our advanced CNC milling and turning capabilities allow us to produce high-precision machined components with repeatable accuracy, ensuring that every part functions as intended.

2. Durable & High-Strength Materials

Military equipment is subjected to harsh environments, extreme temperatures, and heavy wear, requiring parts made from high-strength, corrosion-resistant materials. We machine a variety of defence-grade materials, including:

Hardened and stainless steels
Aluminium and titanium
Plastics and composites

3. Reliability & Consistency In Manufacturing

Defence engineering services require consistent quality and reliability across high-volume production runs. At JR Gilbert Engineering, we operate a shift-based system to ensure on-time delivery while maintaining precision and quality for both prototypes and large-scale production.

5. Secure & Confidential Manufacturing Processes

We understand the importance of security and confidentiality in defence manufacturing. Our strict quality control procedures ensure that all defence components are produced with precision, accuracy, and compliance to safeguard critical military applications.

4. Traceability & Compliance With Industry Standards

The defence industry has strict compliance and documentation requirements for all manufactured parts. We ensure full traceability of materials and processes, adhering to the highest quality control standards to meet defence industry regulations.

CNC Milling & CNC Turning – High-precision machining of complex defence components.
Surface Grinding – Ensuring flatness and tight tolerances for mounting surfaces.
Water Jet Cutting – Precision cutting for ballistic-grade metals, composites, and armour materials without altering the chemical and physical properties of the material, unlike other types of profiling machines.
Finishing Services – Including anodising, hardening, powder coating, and military-grade corrosion protection, ensuring parts are ready for deployment.