What Machine does

Machine Incorporated is a privately held precision aerospace contract manufacturer founded in 1981 and headquartered in a 14,000-square-foot AS9100D- and ISO 9001:2015-certified facility in Stoughton, Massachusetts. The company produces multi-axis CNC-machined components, Swiss-turned parts (achieving tolerances within 40–50 millionths), manifolds, and electromechanical assemblies for U.S. aerospace and defense primes, medical device manufacturers, analytical instrument makers, and industrial power/process customers including power generation, oil and gas, water treatment, and mining. It is ITAR-registered and holds JCP, CAGE, and SAM.GOV credentials enabling direct federal contracting. Capital equipment includes Matsuura multi-pallet CNC milling machines with 300-tool magazines, multi-axis turning centers, robotic loaders, and CMM inspection stations, supported by Ultriva-based cloud inventory management and a 273-panel (75 kW) solar array that supplies roughly half of facility power.

The business model combines project-based precision machining contracts with long-term ship-to-stock and Kanban supply programs that embed Machine Inc. directly into customer production lines. Pricing is quote-based with no public rate card; go-to-market is sales-led (RFQ form, direct phone outreach Monday–Friday 7:00–4:00 Eastern) supplemented by event-driven demand generation (EAA AirVenture Booth 2062) and association-led relationship building (35-year NTMA member, BTMA host). A second revenue stream is the company's own Oplite Technologies brand of FAA-PMA- and NORSEE-approved aviation LED task lighting — CNC machined from 6061 T6 aluminum with bulb life exceeding 20,000 hours — sold through Oplite.com globally and to Cessna-certified aircraft. The company is founder-led (President Richard Mileika) with no disclosed institutional capital, acquisitions, or restructuring activity.

Name

Machine

Legal name

Machine Incorporated

Website

https://machineinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Machine Incorporated is a privately held AS9100D-certified precision aerospace machining shop in Stoughton, MA, producing multi-axis CNC, Swiss-turned, and manifold components for aerospace/defense, medical, and analytical-instrument customers, and selling its own FAA-PMA-approved Oplite LED aviation lighting line.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aerospace Contract Manufacturing

NAICS

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (33324)

SIC

Screw Machine Products (3451), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728)

akta.pro primary industry

Metal Airframe Structures & Machined Parts (IMABAEAC)

Keywords

• Precision CNC machining
• Aerospace contract manufacturing
• Aviation LED lighting
• Medical device machining
• AS9100 certified manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Stoughton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Precision CNC Machining Services: Contract manufacturing of precision aerospace components including CNC turning, CNC milling, Swiss-type machining, and manifold production. Revenue generated through project-based manufacturing contracts with B2B customers in aerospace, defense, medical, and analytical instruments industries. Services include design for manufacturability feedback, material selection assistance, and full assembly solutions.
2. Oplite Aviation Lighting Products: Proprietary line of FAA-PMA approved LED aviation task lighting sold under Oplite Technologies brand. Products include red, green, blue, white LED units and combination lights for aircraft interiors. Manufactured and assembled in-house at Stoughton, MA facility.
3. Kanban/Ship-to-Stock Programs: Inventory management and supply chain optimization services through Kanban systems and long-term agreements. Customers receive just-in-time delivery of precision parts directly into their stock, reducing customer inventory levels and procurement burden.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Machine Inc. provides contract precision CNC machining and assembly services for aerospace, defense, medical, and analytical instrument customers, including CNC milling, multi-axis CNC turning, Swiss-type machining, and manifold production. The company also designs and manufactures FAA-PMA approved aviation-quality LED task lighting for aircraft interiors under the Oplite Technologies sub-brand, supported by engineering (DFM), deburring/finishing, and ship-to-stock Kanban inventory programs.

Product overview

Machine Inc. is a precision aerospace manufacturing company offering a comprehensive portfolio of CNC machining and assembly services. The core offerings include CNC Milling (multi-pallet machines with up to 300-tool capacity), CNC Turning (multi-axis done-in-one machining), Swiss-Type Machining (tight tolerances in 40-50 millionth range), and Manifold machining for various aerospace and industrial applications. Supporting services include Assembly (electromechanical and mechanical), Deburring and Finishing, Engineering Support (DFM consultation), and Kanban inventory management. Additionally, the company manufactures Oplite, a sub-brand of FAA-PMA approved aviation-quality LED task lighting products for aircraft interiors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Oplite Technologies: Aviation Quality LED Task Lighting - manufactures superior quality LED precision lighting for aircraft interiors under FAA-PMA and NORSEE approval standards. Products are made and assembled in Stoughton, MA facility.

Products and services

• CNC Milling Precision CNC milling of aerospace components using multi-pallet CNC milling machines, featuring Matsuura equipment with 300-tool capacity and built-in pallet systems for continuous operation. Targeted at aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial manufacturers.
• CNC Turning Multi-axis CNC turning services for aerospace components with a done-in-one approach, utilizing multiple turrets and live tools to work on parts simultaneously. For B2B aerospace, defense, and industrial customers.
• Swiss-Type Machining CNC Swiss machining for hard materials with exceptionally tight tolerances in the 40 to 50 millionth range, serving aerospace, military, and medical industries.
• Manifold Machining CNC machining of aerospace manifolds for pressure control valves, diagnostic equipment, medical equipment, fuel management, thermal control, heat sinks, and pump applications.
• Assembly Full-service electromechanical and mechanical assembly solutions including sub-assembly, optical assembly, hardware installation, kit creation, and just-in-time delivery in a 14,000 square foot facility. For B2B customers across served industries.
• Deburring and Finishing Precision micro-deburring services under magnification, hand lapping, hand polishing, and post-machining cleaning using immersion wash, ultrasonic, or spray methods.
• Engineering Support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) consultation and concurrent engineering services to optimize design, reduce production costs, and decrease lead times for B2B customers.
• Kanban Ship-to-Stock Program Ship-to-stock inventory management program using Kanban signal systems and Ultriva cloud-based software for optimizing and automating clients' inventory control processes through long-term supply agreements.
• Oplite Aviation Quality LED Lighting FAA-PMA approved aviation-quality LED task lighting for aircraft interiors, available in multiple colors, made from CNC machined aircraft-grade 6061 T6 aluminum with average bulb life exceeding 20,000 hours. NORSEE approved and certified for Cessna aircraft. Sold under the Oplite Technologies brand.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50% power from solar installation
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• South Shore Technical High SchoolminorOthers · 6 May 2025Vocational technical high school providing cooperative education students to Machine Inc. Co-op program resulted in full-time hire of student Harry Winnie on Signing Day 2025. Program nurtures next generation of machinists.
• Boston Tooling and Machining Association (BTMA)coreOthers · 27 February 2025Local affiliate chapter of NTMA comprising precision custom manufacturing companies across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, and Rhode Island. Machine Inc. hosted February 2025 membership get-together event. BTMA offers networking, company tours, technology showcases, and advocacy for advanced manufacturing.
• Rexel Energy SolutionsminorOthersLeading energy efficiency supply house in New England that helped Machine Inc. install solar energy panel systems on their facility roof.
• Proffetty Electrical, Inc.minorOthersElectrical contractor contracted to install 273 photovoltaic solar panels on Machine Inc.'s Stoughton facility roof, producing 75 kilowatts of electricity.
• National Tooling and Machining Association (NTMA)coreOthersNational association uniting United States precision manufacturers to advance and safeguard the industry. Machine Inc. has been a member for 35 years. NTMA provides business resources, critical knowledge, and advocates for the industry while engaging youth and developing emerging leaders.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Xometry: AI-enabled on-demand manufacturing marketplace connecting buyers with CNC machining, sheet metal, and injection molding suppliers. A broad incumbent whose marketplace model increasingly competes with traditional RFQ-driven precision machining shops.
• Protolabs: Digital manufacturing services company offering CNC machining, injection molding, and 3D printing with automated quoting. Operates as a broad incumbent competing with Machine Inc. for net-new engineer RFQs across aerospace, medical, and industrial markets.

Direct peers

• Aveo Engineering Group: Aviation LED lighting manufacturer producing position lights, beacons, and interior/exterior illumination for certified general aviation aircraft. Direct Oplite competitor with overlapping PMA-certified product lines.
• Dynacraft: Multi-site precision CNC machining and assembly provider serving aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial markets with AS9100-certified operations. Comparable mid-sized contract manufacturer model with overlapping customer verticals.
• Bayloff Industries: Precision CNC machining company serving aerospace, defense, and medical OEMs. Comparable as a small/mid-sized contract manufacturer with aerospace-grade certifications and tight-tolerance multi-axis capabilities.
• Aeroleds: Manufacturer of FAA-approved LED aircraft lighting products (position, anti-collision, landing). Direct competitor to Oplite Technologies in aviation LED task/interior lighting for certified and experimental aircraft.
• Aero Engineering & Manufacturing: Mid-sized precision CNC machining contract manufacturer focused on aerospace and defense components. Directly comparable in scale, certifications, and shop capability mix (Swiss-type, multi-axis milling) serving similar aerospace prime and Tier 1 customers.
• Precision Aviation Group: Provider of aviation MRO and component manufacturing services to commercial, business, and military operators. Comparable aerospace customer overlap and reliance on FAA-PMA-style approvals for parts installation on type-certified aircraft.
• Able Aerospace Services: Aviation component repair, overhaul, and PMA parts manufacturing arm of HEICO, serving fixed-wing and rotorcraft operators. Comparable FAA-PMA-driven parts business and direct overlap with Oplite's certification positioning.
• Whelen Aerospace Technologies: Aviation lighting manufacturer producing LED landing, taxi, and recognition lights for certified aircraft. Comparable FAA/PMA-certified aviation lighting portfolio overlapping with Oplite's addressable cockpit/interior use cases.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/cncmachineinc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/machine-inc

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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