New Waverly, Texas | Serving Conroe, Huntsville, The Woodlands & North Houston
Military & Defense CNC Machining
±0.0005" precision CNC machining for military-grade components. Based in New Waverly, serving defense contractors throughout Conroe, Huntsville, The Woodlands, Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio with fast-turn prototypes and production-ready hardware
Fast, Precise CNC Machining for Military & Defense
Tight Tolerances. Fast Turnaround. Zero Excuses.
In defense manufacturing, there's no buffer for late parts or missed tolerances. B&R Productions machines military-grade components with ±0.0005" accuracy, fast-turn lead times, and workflows built to support mission readiness—not bureaucratic delays. Based in New Waverly and serving defense contractors throughout Conroe, Huntsville, The Woodlands, North Houston, and the broader Texas defense corridor, we deliver mission-critical hardware that fits, functions, and ships on schedule—no excuses.
Why Military & Defense Teams Trust B&R Productions
B&R Productions is the East Texas CNC machine shop defense programs rely on when precision, durability, and schedule discipline can't slip. Based in New Waverly and serving military contractors throughout Conroe, Huntsville, The Woodlands, North Houston, Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio, we machine components for weapons platforms, ground vehicles, unmanned systems, surveillance hardware, and military aviation—parts that must hold their shape under recoil, heat, vibration, high-G forces, and the real-world abuse of operational environments.
In defense manufacturing, a missed tolerance doesn't just delay an assembly—it can jeopardize a test event, halt a deployment schedule, or compromise mission readiness. That's why B&R Productions machines every part with the same rigor as if it were going onto our own equipment. Because in this industry, "good enough" isn't good enough—precision is the minimum requirement.
Services Across Texas
Military & Defense Industry
From San Antonio's Joint Base San Antonio to defense contractors across Texas, B&R Productions delivers precision CNC machining for military and defense programs that demand zero-failure performance. Since 1994, we've served defense prime contractors, military installations, and tactical equipment manufacturers throughout Texas with mission-critical components for weapons systems, armored vehicles, aircraft, and ground support equipment.
Precision. Speed. No Excuses.
CNC machining built for military schedules
Defense programs don’t have the luxury of waiting six weeks for a quote or crossing their fingers on tolerance alignment. While bigger shops drown you in red tape, B&R Productions is machining hardware that actually moves your program forward. No inflated pricing. No vague timelines. Just precision parts delivered fast enough to keep your schedule from slipping.
Faster Turnaround
We prioritize defense work because delays hit readiness. While other shops push you into the backlog, we return quotes in hours and ship prototypes in days. Your integration schedule stays intact.
Tight Tolerances
Military hardware doesn’t get second chances. We routinely hold ±0.0005" on critical features with in-process inspection that prevents drift, deformation, or rework.
Defense-Grade Material
We machine the alloys defense systems rely on: Ti-6Al-4V, Inconel 718, 17-4PH, 15-5PH, 4140/4340, and military-grade aluminums. No learning curve. No wasted blanks. No surprises.
Built to Scale
Start with a single prototype for a weapons platform, UAV, test fixture, or bracket. Scale to 10, 50, or 100+ pieces without switching suppliers or resetting your process.
Complex Geometry
From multi-axis housings to precision interfaces and long-length weapon components, our CNC mills and lathes handle geometries that most shops won’t touch—or can’t hit spec on.
No-BS Pricing
You don’t pay a “defense premium.” You get real numbers, real lead times, and itemized quotes without bloated margins or hidden fees. High performance doesn’t have to mean high drama.
CNC Machining for Military & Defense
Components for Ground, Air, and Tactical Systems
We machine mission-critical defense components used in military aircraft, weapons systems, ground vehicles, UAV platforms, and surveillance hardware. Every part is produced to tight tolerances, verified through rigorous inspection, and machined from certified defense-grade alloys including 17-4PH, 4140, Ti-6Al-4V, and Inconel 718. When reliability determines operational readiness, precision is not optional.
Defense Aviation
We machine actuator housings, structural brackets, control system interfaces, and hardware found throughout military aircraft. These parts must withstand vibration, thermal cycling, high-G maneuvers, and the mechanical stress of tactical operations. Our machining processes deliver consistent tolerances and surface finishes that meet strict defense aviation requirements.
Weapons & Missiles
Our team manufactures precision components for missile platforms, targeting assemblies, weapon interfaces, and ruggedized housings. These parts endure extreme pressure, heat, acceleration, and shock forces during launch and operation. Titanium, Inconel, and high-strength steels are machined with absolute consistency to ensure system reliability.
Ground Vehicles
We produce machined components for armored vehicles, mobile artillery, ground-support mechanisms, and communication platforms. Linkages, mounts, housings, and heavy-duty steel parts are engineered to handle impact, recoil, dust, moisture, and continuous mechanical abuse found in field conditions.
UAV & Drones
We machine lightweight, high-strength components for UAV airframes, propulsion systems, sensor mounts, and avionics housings. These parts must balance weight reduction with durability. Our machining process supports rapid iteration cycles so UAV programs can test, refine, and deploy hardware without schedule bottlenecks.
Defense R&D
Defense R&D programs depend on speed. We machine prototype brackets, housings, test fixtures, mounts, and assemblies with turnaround measured in days—not weeks. By combining tight tolerances with rapid production cycles, we help engineers validate concepts without stalling development timelines.
Legacy Programs
Many defense platforms rely on decades-old hardware with limited documentation. We support sustainment by machining replacement bushings, collars, shafts, brackets, and structural hardware to ±0.0005" when needed. Whether working from old prints or reverse-engineering a sample, we deliver parts that keep legacy systems mission-ready.
Defense-Grade Materials We Machine
In military and defense manufacturing, material selection determines whether a component survives recoil, blast pressure, heat, corrosion, or extreme mechanical stress. B&R Productions machines the alloys trusted across weapons systems, ground vehicles, UAV platforms, and tactical equipment—materials chosen for strength, stability, and reliability when failure is not an option.
We understand how each alloy behaves under heat, tool pressure, chip load, and vibration. That knowledge is the difference between parts that hold tolerance under fire—and parts that don’t.
High-Temperature Superalloys for Demanding Defense Environments
Inconel 718 & 625
These nickel superalloys maintain strength at extreme temperatures and under repeated stress, making them ideal for missile components, exhaust housings, thermal shields, and propulsion interfaces. We machine Inconel with controlled toolpaths, feeds, and coolant strategies to prevent work hardening and to keep critical features within spec.
Hastelloy C-276
Hastelloy offers exceptional corrosion resistance in chemically aggressive or high-heat defense environments. Common in sensor housings, chemical-delivery systems, and components exposed to corrosive battlefield conditions or extreme thermal cycling.
Monel 400 & K-500
Monel combines corrosion resistance with high fatigue strength—well suited for naval defense applications, components exposed to moisture or salt spray, and vibration-heavy environments. Frequently used for fasteners, brackets, mounts, and ruggedized hardware on marine and coastal platforms.
Defense-Grade Aluminum for Lightweight Strength
2024-T3 / T4
Excellent strength-to-weight ratio and fatigue resistance. Ideal for structural brackets, UAV components, and lightweight assemblies in ground and air systems.
6061-T6
Highly machinable, stable, and versatile. Common in housings, mounts, weapons accessories, and general-purpose defense components where reliability matters more than exotic material properties.
7075-T6 / T651
One of the strongest aluminum alloys available. Perfect for high-load components such as weapon mounts, vehicle brackets, and force-bearing fittings that need maximum strength without extra weight.
Titanium Alloys for High Strength-to-Weight Defense Hardware
Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5)
The backbone titanium alloy of modern defense systems. Strong, corrosion-resistant, and capable of handling heat and impact loads. Used in weapon housings, heavy-duty mounts, UAV structures, and aircraft hardware.
Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-2Mo
Designed for elevated-temperature service. Ideal for missile housings, propulsion parts, and high-heat components where thermal expansion and dimensional stability must stay under control.
Stainless Steels for Rugged, Field-Ready Components
17-4 PH Stainless
High strength and excellent toughness. Common in actuator shafts, fire-control components, rugged linkages, and hardened brackets used across military systems.
15-5 PH Stainless
Offers strength with added corrosion resistance. Used for precision housings, structural parts, and components that must handle repeated impacts or environmental exposure.
316 / 316L Stainless
Corrosion-resistant and stable in moisture, fuel, salt, and chemical environments. Ideal for naval equipment, field electronics, and vehicle-mounted assemblies.
High-Strength Alloy Steels for Heavy-Duty Military Components
4140 & 4340 Alloy Steel
Heat-treatable steels used for gun components, high-load shafts, vehicle linkages, and structural elements that must survive extreme mechanical forces and impact cycles.
300M / 4340M
Ultra-high-strength steel commonly used in landing gear, fasteners, actuators, and high-stress components on military aircraft and heavy tactical platforms.
Why Material Expertise Matters
Every military alloy brings its own machining challenges—heat buildup, tool wear, chip evacuation issues, dimensional shift, or fatigue sensitivity. B&R Productions selects the right tooling, cutting strategy, fixturing, and coolant system for each material to ensure your components:
- Hold tolerance under stress
- Maintain structural integrity
- Survive recoil, vibration, heat, and field conditions
- Fit and function flawlessly in the final assembly
In defense applications, material expertise isn’t optional—it’s the difference between a component that holds up in the field and one that compromises the mission.
What Makes Us Reliable
CNC Machining for Military & Defense
Delays in defense manufacturing ripple into missed test events, stalled integrations, and compromised readiness. Our process eliminates surprises, catches problems early, and ensures every part is machined right the first time.
Rapid Response
Military RFQs usually come with hard deadlines—integration windows, range schedules, or readiness milestones. We treat them like they matter. Most quotes go out the same day, and urgent requests jump to the front immediately. When your team is waiting on hardware, we move now—not after a backlog clears.
Realistic Timelines
We don’t hand out fantasy ship dates. Every delivery estimate is tied to actual machining capacity, tooling status, and our live workflow—not a best-case scenario. You get timelines that are achievable, predictable, and aligned with your program’s requirements, not wishful thinking.
Design & Print Validation
Ambiguous tolerances, missing dimensions, conflicting datums, and incomplete callouts slow defense manufacturing to a halt. We catch those issues before machining starts, not after metal is cut. This prevents scrapped parts, redesign delays, and the “stop everything, we need clarification” moments that derail schedules.
Machine Selection
Long cylindrical weapon components go on long-bed lathes. High-precision geometry goes on rigid CNC mills. 5-axis complexity goes on our 5-axis platforms. Matching each part to the correct machine eliminates chatter, improves surface finish, holds tighter tolerances, and speeds up throughput.
In Process Checks
Critical defense hardware—mating surfaces, threaded interfaces, bores, rails, and load-bearing features—is inspected during machining, not just at the end. This prevents dimensional drift, ensures compliance, and eliminates last-minute rework that blows up your delivery schedule.
Assembly-Ready Delivery
Parts ship clean, deburred, protected, labeled, and packaged with the documentation your program requires. No missing certs. No mystery features. No last-minute surprises that slow down integration or testing. Your components arrive ready for immediate use—exactly how defense manufacturing should be.
CNC Turning
Precision Turning • Long-Component Machining • Defense-Grade Alloys
Our CNC turning capabilities support the production of cylindrical, rotational, and long-length components used across military ground vehicles, weapons platforms, aircraft systems, UAVs, and tactical assemblies. We routinely machine defense-grade materials including 4140/4340, 17-4PH, 15-5PH, titanium Ti-6Al-4V, and Inconel 718—alloy families chosen for strength, heat resistance, and battlefield durability.
Capabilities include:
- Large-diameter turning for rings, bushings, actuator housings, weapon mounts, and mission-ready hardware
- Long-length machining for shafts, struts, recoil components, and structural elements used in vehicles and aviation
- Steady-rest support for slender parts requiring strict runout control, rigidity, and repeatable accuracy
- Precision threading and sealing surfaces for defense interfaces, ruggedized connectors, and high-load mechanical systems
Ideal for: Actuator housings • Defense-grade shafts • Weapon system collars • Titanium hardware • Propulsion interfaces • UAV mechanical components
CNC Milling
Large-Format Milling • Multi-Axis Precision • Complex Defense Geometry
Our CNC milling centers produce medium-to-large components for weapons platforms, ground vehicles, military aircraft, and advanced defense systems. These parts demand tight tolerances, engineered surface finishes, and geometries that remain stable under recoil, vibration, and extreme field conditions. We support rapid prototypes, low-volume builds, and full production runs for mission-critical hardware.
Capabilities include:
- Large-format milling for structural plates, armor brackets, rugged housings, and high-load mounting assemblies
- Precision pocketing, contouring, and surfacing for lightweight yet durable components requiring flawless dimensional stability
- Complex features, including bolt patterns, mating surfaces, optics interfaces, electronics mounts, and multi-plane geometries
- Machining of defense-grade alloys such as Titanium Ti-6Al-4V, Inconel 718, 17-4PH/15-5PH stainless, and high-strength aluminum (7075/2024)
Ideal for: Structural brackets • Defense housings • Propulsion system plates • Optics mounts • Electronics interfaces • UAV structural components
Manual Turning
Rapid Repairs • One-Off Parts • Legacy & Field-Ready Support
Our manual turning department provides fast, precise machining for military and defense components that need immediate attention, low-volume production, or hands-on accuracy that doesn’t justify a full CNC programming cycle. When a prototype needs a quick modification, a legacy part comes in with no drawings, or a mission-critical component needs a rapid repair—manual turning keeps your program on schedule.
Capabilities include:
- One-off shafts, bushings, pins, collars, and adapters for weapons platforms, vehicles, UAV systems, and testing applications
- Repair machining for damaged threads, bores, faces, sealing surfaces, or worn features on defense hardware
- Reverse engineering from physical samples when documentation, prints, or CAD models are missing or incomplete
Ideal for: Prototype modifications • Legacy military components • Ground-support equipment • Fast-turn replacements during testing or field prep
Manual Milling
Repairs • Modifications • Low-Volume Precision Work
Manual milling gives us the speed and flexibility to perform targeted machining on defense components that don’t require full CNC setup. It’s the fastest way to handle quick adjustments, repair cuts, and one-off features on mission-critical hardware. When a part needs a modification today—not next week—manual milling keeps your program moving without delay.
Capabilities include:
- Slotting, facing, drilling, and tapping for brackets, plates, housings, mounts, and ruggedized military components
- Fixture building and repair prep for testing, field-maintenance setups, or assembly support
- Machining directly from sketches or physical samples when prints, CAD, or technical data are incomplete or unavailable
Ideal for: Prototype adjustments • Repair machining • Tooling and fixture support • Quick-turn modifications • Legacy defense components.
Real Military & Defense Challenges We’ve Solved
When defense schedules slip, readiness takes the hit. One missing component can delay testing, halt integration, or sideline an entire platform. You need a machine shop that reacts fast, communicates clearly, and delivers parts that fit the first time—because in military applications, “we’ll get to it” isn’t an option. Below are two real-world aerospace scenarios that show how B&R Productions keeps engineering teams on schedule and prevents costly program delays.
Critical WeaponsComponent Needed Before Range Day
The Problem: A defense contractor prepping for a weapons-system test discovered a cracked titanium recoil interface during pre-range inspection. The system couldn’t fire without it, and the scheduled test window was locked. Missing that window meant weeks of delay and a cascade of contractual penalties.
What Most Shops Said
Lead time: 6–8 weeks
Reason: “Titanium takes too long. Geometry is complex”
What B&R Productions Did
- Secured certified Ti-6Al-4V material the same day
- Reverse-engineered the damaged part and restored all critical interfaces
- Used combined turning + milling to replicate the geometry with mil-spec precision
- Ran in-process checks on bores, threads, and impact-bearing surfaces
- Delivered the finished component in 5 days
The Result: The weapons system entered testing on schedule. No delays. No missed milestones. The contractor now trusts B&R Productions with all urgent titanium and weapons-platform machining.
Ground Vehicle Component With Zero Documentation
The Problem: A military vehicle program needed a replacement control linkage for a legacy platform still in active service. The part was decades old—no CAD, no drawing, no GD&T, no technical data. Without a replacement, the vehicle would remain non-mission-capable, risking readiness targets.
What Most Shops Said
Lead Time: Unknown
Reason: “We can’t make it without a drawing.”
What B&R Productions Did
- Reverse-engineered the old component using precision metrology
- Captured and rebuilt all features: bores, profiles, tolerances, and mating geometry
- Created a new CAD model + machining strategy from the restored geometry
- Machined the replacement part using certified defense-grade alloy
The Result: The military vehicle returned to operational status in under two weeks. B&R Productions provided a fully documented, repeatable part, eliminating reliance on obsolete supply chains or “unobtainable” components.
Common Question
Military & Defense CNC Machining
Clear, direct answers for operators, engineers, and procurement teams.
What military and defense CNC machining services does B&R Productions offer in Texas?
B&R Productions specializes in precision CNC machining for military and defense programs including weapons systems, armored vehicles, tactical equipment, aircraft components, ground support equipment, and defense hardware. Our Texas machine shop serves defense prime contractors, military installations, and tactical manufacturers across San Antonio, Dallas, Houston, and throughout Texas with mission-critical components machined from hardened steels, armor-grade materials, and exotic alloys with full traceability.
Does B&R Productions serve San Antonio military and defense contractors?
Yes. B&R Productions has been serving San Antonio military and defense contractors since 1994, supporting Joint Base San Antonio operations, defense prime contractors, and tactical equipment manufacturers. Our Texas CNC machine shop machines weapons system components, armored vehicle parts, aircraft hardware, and ground support equipment with the precision, material certifications, and strict quality control San Antonio's defense programs require.
Can B&R Productions machine hardened steels for military applications?
Absolutely. B&R Productions specializes in machining hardened steels including 4140, 4340, 4130, tool steels, and armor-grade materials for military and defense applications. Our Texas machine shop has 30 years of experience with the cutting tools, speeds, feeds, and heat treatment knowledge required to machine hardened materials for weapons systems, armored vehicles, and tactical equipment that must withstand extreme combat conditions.
Does B&R Productions provide material certifications for defense contractors?
Yes. B&R Productions provides full material certifications and traceability documentation for military defense components including mill test reports (MTRs), material certificates, heat treatment records, and inspection reports. Our Texas CNC machine shop maintains strict documentation and quality processes to meet defense contractor requirements for weapons systems, tactical equipment, and mission-critical military hardware across Texas.
Can B&R Productions machine components for armored vehicles and military ground vehicles?
Yes. B&R Productions machines precision components for armored vehicles, military ground vehicles, and tactical transport systems including suspension components, drivetrain parts, armor mounting hardware, and weapon platform assemblies. Our Texas machine shop handles heavy, large-diameter components and hardened materials required for military vehicles serving San Antonio, Dallas, and defense operations throughout Texas.
What tolerances can B&R Productions hold on military defense components?
B&R Productions routinely holds tolerances to ±0.0005" on critical military defense components including weapons system parts, precision fittings, bearing assemblies, and tactical equipment. Our Texas CNC machine shop uses in-process inspection, precision measuring equipment, and CMM verification to ensure dimensional accuracy on defense components where failure isn't an option and lives depend on zero-defect performance.
Does B&R Productions handle emergency machining for military defense programs?
Absolutely. B&R Productions provides emergency and rush CNC machining for military defense programs when mission readiness can't wait. Our Texas machine shop delivers critical defense components in 24-48 hours for weapons systems repairs, tactical equipment failures, and military vehicle breakdowns serving San Antonio, Fort Hood, and defense operations across Texas when operational downtime threatens mission success.
What military defense materials can B&R Productions machine?
B&R Productions machines military-grade materials including hardened steels (4140, 4340, 4130), stainless steel (17-4PH, 15-5PH, 300 series), aluminum alloys (6061, 7075, 2024), titanium, Inconel, tool steels, and specialty armor-grade materials. Our Texas CNC machine shop has the tooling, expertise, and 30 years of experience to machine high-strength, wear-resistant materials required for weapons systems, armored vehicles, and tactical equipment.
Can B&R Productions machine weapons system components for Texas defense contractors?
Yes. B&R Productions machines precision components for weapons systems including firing mechanisms, mounting hardware, recoil systems, guidance components, and tactical equipment parts. Our Texas machine shop serves defense prime contractors throughout San Antonio, Dallas, Houston, and Central Texas with the tolerances, material traceability, and quality documentation required for military weapons programs.
Does B&R Productions machine aircraft components for military aviation programs?
Yes. B&R Productions machines military aircraft components including engine parts, structural assemblies, landing gear components, weapons mounting systems, and ground support equipment. Our Texas CNC machine shop serves military aviation contractors and defense aerospace programs across San Antonio, Dallas, and throughout Texas with precision machining for fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters, and UAV defense systems.
How fast can B&R Productions deliver defense parts for San Antonio and Dallas contractors?
B&R Productions provides rapid turnaround for military defense contractors across San Antonio and Dallas. Standard lead times are 5-10 days for prototype defense components and 2-4 weeks for production runs. Emergency machining is available in 24-48 hours for mission-critical failures, tactical equipment repairs, and weapons system breakdowns when operational readiness can't afford delays.
Can B&R Productions machine tactical equipment and field hardware for military operations?
Yes. B&R Productions machines tactical equipment and field hardware including weapon accessories, communications equipment mounts, night vision system components, body armor hardware, and ruggedized equipment housings. Our Texas CNC machine shop serves military contractors throughout San Antonio, Dallas, Houston, and Central Texas with durable, high-strength components machined from materials that withstand harsh field conditions.
How do I get a quote for military defense CNC machining from B&R Productions?
Contact B&R Productions at (936) 291-7827 or [email protected] with your defense drawings, material specifications, and quality requirements. Our Texas machine shop provides detailed quotes within 24 hours for standard defense components and fast-track estimates for emergency situations. Whether you're manufacturing weapons systems in San Antonio, supporting Central Texas military operations, or supplying defense contractors in Dallas, we deliver transparent pricing and clear lead times.