Defense & R&D CNC Machining
Precision • Prototype Support • Licensed 07 FFL / 02 SOT • Nationwide Shipping
Defense, security, and research organizations rely on accurate, repeatable CNC machining for prototype components, testing hardware, firearm-related parts, enclosures, mounts, and small-batch development work.
McCarty Fabrication provides high-quality CNC machining for defense contractors, engineering teams, and R&D groups across the United States.
As a licensed 07 FFL and 02 SOT manufacturer, we are authorized to produce a wide range of firearm and NFA-related components for military, law enforcement, and defense development programs.
All machining is performed in our Kentucky shop and shipped nationwide with full inspection.
Defense and R&D Components We Machine
aluminum brackets and structural plates
firearm-related components (07 FFL / 02 SOT compliant)
prototype mounts and housings
rail system components
sight, optic, and accessory mounts
suppressor components (SOT compliant)
drone and UAV structural parts
testing fixtures and hardware
enclosures and protective housings
mechanical development parts for early-stage R&D
Why Defense and R&D Teams Choose McCarty Fabrication
07 FFL / 02 SOT Licensed Manufacturing
We are fully licensed to manufacture firearm components, suppressor parts, and NFA-regulated hardware for defense and law enforcement development programs. This includes prototype accessories, mounts, housings, and testing components.
Fast Turnaround for Prototype Development
Defense and research programs evolve quickly. We provide rapid quoting, short lead times, and small-batch production to support testing cycles, evaluations, and design iterations.
Precision, Reliability, and Repeatability
Defense hardware requires components that assemble cleanly and perform consistently. Our machining delivers tight tolerances, clean surfaces, and accurate geometry for mission-critical development parts.
Competitive Pricing with American-Made Quality
Lower rural overhead combined with high-quality machining allows us to support R&D labs, military programs, and defense contractors with dependable parts at competitive rates.
Capabilities for Defense & R&D CNC Machining
CNC Milling (Haas VF-2)
30" × 18" travel
aluminum and stainless machining
tight-tolerance contouring and pocketing
prototype and small-batch production
We also offer CNC turning for bushings, spacers, shafts, and round components.
Manual Machining
Useful for second operations, adjustments, and custom tooling work.
Materials
6061 aluminum
7075 aluminum
stainless steels (303/304/316)
engineering plastics (Delrin, ABS)
Sectors We Support
defense contractors and subcontractors
military development programs
law enforcement equipment manufacturers
firearms and suppressor R&D
tactical accessory development
robotics and UAV defense applications
general research laboratories
testing and evaluation teams
Take a look at our Industry pages HERE
Nationwide Defense & R&D Machining
We supply precision components to defense and research groups in:
Virginia
Colorado
North Carolina
Florida
Texas
California
Arizona
Washington
Massachusetts
We support projects ranging from early-stage prototypes to small-batch production runs.
Request a Defense & R&D CNC Machining Quote
Get high-quality, licensed CNC machining for defense, tactical, and research development components.