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AS9100 Rev D certified partner shops. ITAR-registered suppliers available.

Sheet Metal Fabrication for Aerospace & Defense in Eden Prairie, MN

AS9100 Rev D certified partner shops serving flight-critical programs in the Twin Cities aerospace corridor. ITAR-registered suppliers available. Quotes in 24 hours.

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±.005″
Best Tolerance

0.020″
Min Thickness

24h
Quote Turnaround

20+
Alloys Available

// Overview

Eden Prairie sits at the intersection of Minnesota’s aerospace and defense supply chain, with major primes and tier-1 suppliers operating throughout the southwest metro. Companies like Honeywell’s defense electronics division and BAE Systems’ Minnesota operations demand sheet metal fabrication that meets exacting flight-critical standards — full traceability, first article inspection, and zero tolerance for deviation. Nimble connects Eden Prairie procurement teams with our certified partner network of AS9100 Rev D shops capable of handling tight-tolerance enclosures, brackets, structural panels, and complex assemblies. Every quote includes free DFM review, CMM inspection, and FAI documentation as standard. If your program requires ITAR compliance, we have registered suppliers ready to engage under controlled conditions.

// Capabilities

What we deliver in Eden Prairie, MN.

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Fiber Laser Cutting
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CNC Bending & Forming
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TIG / MIG Welding
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Hardware Insertion (PEM)
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Powder Coat & Anodizing
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Custom Enclosures & Chassis

// Local Context

Eden Prairie’s Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing Ecosystem

Eden Prairie and the broader southwest Minneapolis corridor house a dense concentration of defense electronics, avionics, and systems integration firms feeding programs at Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and the 934th Airlift Wing at Minneapolis-St. Paul ARS. Proximity to major primes and a skilled aerospace workforce makes this market exceptionally demanding — suppliers are expected to show certifications, not just capabilities. Our certified partner network is purpose-built for that environment, with documented quality systems, full material traceability, and the audit readiness your supply chain requires.

Industries Served
Aerospace Structures & Avionics Enclosures — flight-critical sheet metal assemblies for commercial and military platformsDefense Electronics & Ground Support Equipment — ITAR-compliant fabrication for defense primes and tier-1 suppliers in the Twin CitiesIndustrial & Heavy Equipment — precision sheet metal for manufacturers in Minnesota’s robust industrial equipment sectorMedical Device Capital Equipment — structural and enclosure fabrication for the surgical robotics and imaging equipment OEMs clustered throughout Eden Prairie and Minnetonka
Certification Note
AS9100 Rev D certified partner shops. ITAR-registered suppliers available.

// Why Nimble

Precision without the procurement headache.

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AS9100 Rev D certified partner shops — documentation and traceability ready for flight-critical programs and prime contractor audits
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ITAR-registered suppliers available for controlled defense programs requiring export-compliant manufacturing environments
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24-hour quote turnaround with free DFM feedback — engineered for the fast-moving procurement cycles common in Twin Cities defense contracting
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CMM inspection and First Article Inspection (FAI) included on every order — no add-on fees, no surprises before delivery
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Full material certifications, certs of conformance, and material traceability packages available to satisfy AS9100 and DCSA audit requirements

// FAQ

Common questions about Sheet Metal Fabrication for Aerospace & Defense in Eden Prairie, MN.

Can you support ITAR-controlled sheet metal programs for defense suppliers in Eden Prairie?
Yes. Our certified partner network includes ITAR-registered fabrication shops equipped to handle export-controlled defense work. We can provide documentation confirming ITAR registration status before any technical data is shared. For programs tied to Honeywell Defense, BAE Systems, or other local primes, we understand the compliance requirements and work within them from day one.

Do your partner shops hold AS9100 Rev D certification for aerospace sheet metal work?
Yes. We route aerospace and defense sheet metal programs exclusively through AS9100 Rev D certified partner shops. Certification documentation is available upon request and can be provided to your supplier qualification team before order placement — standard practice for Eden Prairie-area tier-1 and tier-2 aerospace suppliers.

What sheet metal materials do you work with for flight-critical aerospace applications?
Our certified partner network regularly fabricates from 6061-T6 and 7075-T6 aluminum, 304 and 316 stainless steel, 4130 chromoly steel, titanium grades 2 and 5, and Inconel 625 for high-temp defense applications. Full material certs and heat/lot traceability are included with every aerospace order.

How fast can Nimble turn around a quote for a sheet metal assembly needed for a defense program near Eden Prairie?
Quotes are returned within 24 hours for standard sheet metal programs. Complex multi-part assemblies or ITAR-controlled programs may require a brief pre-quote NDA exchange, but we move fast — typically same-day acknowledgment and 24-hour turnaround from the moment drawings are released. Upload your files at nimblemfg.co or email quote@nimblemfg.co directly.

Is First Article Inspection (FAI) included for aerospace sheet metal orders, and does it follow AS9102?
Yes. CMM inspection and FAI documentation are included on every aerospace sheet metal order at no additional charge. Our partner shops can produce FAI packages aligned with AS9102 Rev B requirements, including dimensional results, material certifications, and functional test records — everything a prime contractor or their DCMA representative would need.

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