ConexSmart
ConexSmart is a service-disabled veteran-owned manufacturer of custom wire harnesses, RF cable assemblies, fiber optics, production kitting, UAS contract manufacturing, and on-aircraft modification services for Aerospace and Defense prime contractors and government agencies, operating AS9100D-certified facilities in Colorado and Florida.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2017
- HeadquartersConifer, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What ConexSmart does
ConexSmart is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business that designs and manufactures custom wire harnesses, RF cable assemblies, fiber optic cables, and related interconnect solutions for the Aerospace and Defense industry. Founded in September 2017 in Conifer, Colorado by three USAF-affiliated founders (Keith Vierela, Kevin Beaulieu, Shawn Hitner), the firm has grown to operate two AS9100D-certified production facilities — the Conifer, Colorado headquarters and a Holt, Florida site opened in June 2022 — together with the industry-exclusive RAMONA mobile wire harness facility that delivers on-site fabrication, wire marking, label printing, installation, integrated MRP/QMS with full traceability, first articles, field test support, and remote modifications.
The company's core technical offering is custom aerospace cable and wire harness manufacturing to demanding engineering specifications, spanning loose wire kits through complex RF, fiber optic, video, data, and power harnesses produced under IPC/WHMA-A-620, ITAR, and IPC-J-STD-001 (Space Addendum) compliance. Adjacent service lines include production kitting (Group A kitting with state-of-the-art ERP for planning/purchasing/receiving/kitting/shipping), UAS contract manufacturing, on-aircraft modification services, and engineering support — illustrated by its engagement with L3Harris on the VAMPIRE counter-UAS system deployed to Ukraine.
Revenue is generated primarily through custom hardware sales and contract manufacturing services to Aerospace and Defense prime contractors and government agencies. GTM is enterprise direct sales, supported by industry trade show presence (AUSA, SOF Week, SOFIC, Colorado Space Business Roundtable) and community sponsorship. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, consistent with project-specific custom manufacturing. Following its July 2, 2024 acquisition by Trexon (an Audax Private Equity portfolio company), ConexSmart operates within a broader specialty connectivity platform serving mission-critical A&D applications.
ConexSmart firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- ConexSmart
- Legal name
- ConexSmart, LLC
- Website
- https://conexsmart.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2017
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- ConexSmart is a service-disabled veteran-owned manufacturer of custom wire harnesses, RF cable assemblies, fiber optics, production kitting, UAS contract manufacturing, and on-aircraft modification services for Aerospace and Defense prime contractors and government agencies, operating AS9100D-certified facilities in Colorado and Florida.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
ConexSmart industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Aerospace and Defense Wire Harness Manufacturing
- NAICS
- Communication and Energy Wire and Cable Manufacturing (33592), Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing (335921), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing (335929), Other Fabricated Wire Product Manufacturing (332618)
- SIC
- Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Avionics Integration, Wiring Harnesses & Installation Kits (IMABAFAL)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Cable Assemblies & Wire Harnesses (HDAHAOAB), VTOL & Hybrid UAV Platforms (IMABAIAC)
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Where ConexSmart is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Conifer
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
ConexSmart business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Custom Cable and Wire Harness Manufacturing: ConexSmart generates revenue through the manufacture and sale of custom aerospace cables, wire harnesses, RF cable assemblies, and fiber optic products to Aerospace and Defense customers. The company also provides engineering services, production kitting, and on-aircraft modification services.
- Contract Manufacturing Services: Provides contract manufacturing services including UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) manufacturing, on-aircraft modifications, and Group A production kitting.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels3 records
ConexSmart product offering
Product offeringCore offering
ConexSmart manufactures custom aerospace-grade cable and wire harness assemblies, RF cable assemblies, and fiber optic products for the Aerospace and Defense industry. The company also provides production kitting (Group A kitting), UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) contract manufacturing, on-aircraft modification services, and engineering services. Its flagship offering is RAMONA, an industry-exclusive mobile wire harness facility that delivers on-site harness fabrication, wire marking, installation, integrated MRP/QMS with full traceability, first articles, and remote modification support directly at customer locations.
Product overview
ConexSmart is a Veteran Owned Business serving the Aerospace and Defense industry as a provider of specialty connectivity solutions for mission-critical applications. The company offers a portfolio of products and services including custom wire harness assembly, RF cable assemblies, fiber optic cable manufacturing, production kitting (Group A Kitting), UAS contract manufacturing, on-aircraft modification services, and the industry-exclusive mobile wire harness facility called RAMONA (Responsive And Mobile On-Site Assistance). The company also provides wire marking services using SAE AS50881 compliant UV laser technology. ConexSmart operates as part of Trexon, a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Custom Wire Harness Assembly Certified technicians build custom aerospace cables and harnesses to customer engineering specifications, ranging from loose wire kits to complex RF, fiber optic, video, data, and power harnesses. Targeted at Aerospace and Defense customers including defense prime contractors and government agencies.
- RF Cable Assemblies Radio frequency cable assemblies for aerospace and defense applications, part of ConexSmart's electrical wire harness and cable manufacturing portfolio.
- Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing Fiber optic cable manufacturing services for aerospace and defense applications, complementing the company's wire harness and RF cable assembly capabilities.
- Production Kitting (Group A Kitting) Material planning, procurement, and kitting services with state-of-the-art ERP system handling planning, purchasing, receiving, kitting, and shipping processes with complete material traceability. Targeted at Aerospace and Defense programs requiring Group A production kitting.
- UAS Contract Manufacturing Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) contract manufacturing services for the aerospace and defense industry, expanding Trexon's capabilities in new markets.
- On-Aircraft Modification Services On-site aircraft modification services including on-aircraft modification to enhance flight platforms for modern defense applications.
- RAMONA (Responsive And Mobile On-Site Assistance) Industry-exclusive mobile wire harness facility that eliminates time and cost of redlines, shipping and production by providing on-site mobile support including harness fabrication, wire marking, installation, integrated MRP, QMS with complete traceability, first articles, field test support, prototypes, and remote modifications. Targeted at Aerospace and Defense customers needing on-site field support.
- Wire Marking Services SAE AS50881 compliant UV Laser wire marking technology that ensures insulation integrity while delivering highly legible font complying with SAE ARP 5607 standards. Targeted at Aerospace and Defense customers requiring compliant wire identification.
Companies that use ConexSmart
Customer profileNamed customers2 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
ConexSmart technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature1 record
ConexSmart partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators4 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
ConexSmart competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Glenair: Glenair manufactures military and aerospace connectors, cables, and harsh-environment interconnect systems. Direct competitor to ConexSmart in custom cable and harness assemblies for defense and aerospace platforms.
- Carlisle Interconnect Technologies: Carlisle Interconnect Technologies designs and manufactures wire and cable assemblies, harnesses, and interconnect solutions for aerospace and defense — the closest large-scale analog to ConexSmart's core business, with overlapping product categories (RF, fiber, power) and end-customer base.
- Pic Wire & Cable: Pic Wire & Cable manufactures specialty wire, cable, and cable assemblies for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications — a direct niche competitor to ConexSmart in high-reliability aerospace cabling.
- Smiths Interconnect: Smiths Interconnect provides high-reliability electronic components, connectors, and cable assemblies for aerospace, defense, and space — competing with ConexSmart on ruggedized interconnect content across the same customer base.
- Harbour Industries: Harbour Industries manufactures high-performance wire and cable, including specialty aerospace/defense cables and assemblies. Direct niche competitor focused on similar mission-critical interconnect applications.
- Radiall: Radiall designs and manufactures interconnect components including RF connectors and cable assemblies for aerospace, defense, and industrial markets — overlapping with ConexSmart's RF and cable assembly portfolio.
Broad incumbents
- TE Connectivity (Aerospace, Defense & Marine): TE Connectivity's Aerospace, Defense & Marine division supplies wire, cable, connectors, and harness solutions globally. Broader incumbent with overlapping products (RF, fiber, wire harness) but serves many more end-markets and tiers.
- Amphenol (Aerospace & Defense): Amphenol's aerospace and defense segment produces interconnect systems, cables, and harsh-environment harness assemblies. Overlaps with ConexSmart in military/aerospace interconnect but operates as part of a much larger diversified portfolio.
- W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore Aerospace): Gore's Aerospace & Defense business supplies high-performance cables, wire, and fiber assemblies for demanding environments. Comparable to ConexSmart on aerospace/defense cable assemblies but at much greater scale and with proprietary materials science.
- Eaton (Aerospace Fuel & Motion Control / Interconnect): Eaton supplies aerospace interconnect, wiring, and electrical content across commercial and military platforms. A broader incumbent competing for similar harness and interconnect content on major defense and aerospace programs.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
ConexSmart social profiles
Digital presenceConexSmart compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance4 records
ConexSmart financial estimates
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Valuation estimate
ConexSmart leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles6 records
ConexSmart funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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ConexSmart M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about ConexSmart
What does ConexSmart do?
ConexSmart manufactures custom aerospace-grade cable and wire harness assemblies, RF cable assemblies, and fiber optic products for the Aerospace and Defense industry. The company also provides production kitting (Group A kitting), UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) contract manufacturing, on-aircraft modification services, and engineering services. Its flagship offering is RAMONA, an industry-exclusive mobile wire harness facility that delivers on-site harness fabrication, wire marking, installation, integrated MRP/QMS with full traceability, first articles, and remote modification support directly at customer locations.
Is ConexSmart a public or private company?
ConexSmart is a private company. It is classified as private equity controlled and is currently operating.
When was ConexSmart founded?
ConexSmart was founded in 2017. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is ConexSmart based?
ConexSmart is headquartered in Conifer, United States, in the North America region.
How does ConexSmart make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Custom Cable and Wire Harness Manufacturing is the primary driver. The others are contract Manufacturing Services.
Who are ConexSmart's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Glenair, Carlisle Interconnect Technologies, Pic Wire & Cable, Smiths Interconnect, Harbour Industries and Radiall. Broad incumbents are TE Connectivity (Aerospace, Defense & Marine), Amphenol (Aerospace & Defense), W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore Aerospace) and Eaton (Aerospace Fuel & Motion Control / Interconnect).
Does ConexSmart have an API?
No public API is recorded for ConexSmart.
What industry is ConexSmart in?
ConexSmart's product category is Aerospace and Defense Wire Harness Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMABAFAL, Avionics Integration, Wiring Harnesses & Installation Kits, with a secondary code of HDAHAOAB, Cable Assemblies & Wire Harnesses. Its NAICS code is 33592 and its SIC code is 3812.