Defence and Security

Engineering capability supporting mission-critical defence platforms

Defence

AFD Systems is a trusted engineering and manufacturing partner to the UK defence sector, delivering certified, high-integrity solutions that support organisations including BAE Systems, Lockhead Martin, Babcock and Raytheon UK.

With experience spanning more than 70 platform types and more than 600 successfully delivered engineering projects, we provide the agility, precision and reliability that defence customers depend on to achieve mission success.

Supporting the defence industry

AFD Systems works with defence primes, integrators and Tier 1 and 2 suppliers to accelerate programme delivery, reduce risk and ensure full compliance with the most demanding security and operational requirements.

Our team operates across air, land and sea domains, combining digital innovation with in-depth engineering expertise to deliver fully integrated solutions from concept through to certification and manufacture.

AFD Systems provides turnkey support through:

System Integration
Airframe Engineering
Cabin Interior Engineering (ISR fit-outs)
Additive Manufacturing
Innovative Tooling Solutions
High Integrity Test Rigs
3D Solutions

Defence engineering you can trust

Our multi-disciplinary team includes subject matters experts in design, structures and polymer additive manufacturing, supported by security-cleared engineers and robust data protection systems.

We bring design, analysis and certification under one roof, a unique capability that ensures quality, consistency and compliance across every project. This integrated approach enables agile response to operational demands and rapid delivery of mission-ready assets.

Our process and methodology

At AFD Systems, we apply a digital-first, engineering-led methodology to every defence project.

Our process integrates:

Advanced digital toolsets for modelling, simulation and validation
Secure collaboration between design, analysis and manufacturing teams
Proven quality control and data management systems meeting defence security standards

Our competitive advantage lies in the combination of our engineering expertise and certified manufacturing capability. We offer turnkey solutions that unify design, analysis and certification support, innovation in polymer additive technology for interiors, radomes and tooling, and reliability backed by secure processes and systems.

About AFD Systems

AFD Systems is a market-leading advanced engineering and manufacturing business, trusted by global aerospace and UK defence organisations.

With over 600 successfully completed engineering projects across 70 fixed-wing and rotary platforms, UAVs, drones and land systems, AFD delivers robust and technically-advanced solutions that drive the industry forward.

Headquartered in cutting-edge engineering facilities in North West England, AFD Systems is committed to engineering excellence, continuous improvement and a purpose to address complex challenges that contribute to a safer, more secure world.

Why choose AFD Systems?

AFD Systems acts as a seamless extension of client teams, combining advanced digital manufacturing technologies with deep engineering insight to accelerate project outcomes. Clients choose AFD Systems for:

Agile and efficient delivery
Reliable, trusted collaboration
High-quality, repeatable output
On-time, on-budget performance

our approach

Our approach is guided by a consistent set of values that ensures every project aligns with our clients’ mission goals:

CUSTOMER-CENTRIC | From beginning to end
INTEGRITY | In all that we do
INNOVATION | To remain in front
ONE TEAM | Making us stronger together

Standards and accreditations

AFD Systems is fully accredited and certified to deliver additive manufacturing solutions across a range of tightly controlled sectors. Our operations adhere to the following standards:

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Engineering capability supporting mission-critical defence platforms

AFD Systems is a trusted engineering and manufacturing partner to the UK defence sector, delivering certified, high-integrity solutions that support organisations including BAE Systems, Lockhead Martin, Babcock and Raytheon UK.

Supporting the defence industry

Defence engineering you can trust

Our process and methodology

AFD Systems is a market-leading advanced engineering and manufacturing business, trusted by global aerospace and UK defence organisations.

AFD Systems acts as a seamless extension of client teams, combining advanced digital manufacturing technologies with deep engineering insight to accelerate project outcomes. Clients choose AFD Systems for:

Our approach is guided by a consistent set of values that ensures every project aligns with our clients’ mission goals:

AFD Systems is fully accredited and certified to deliver additive manufacturing solutions across a range of tightly controlled sectors. Our operations adhere to the following standards:

Related Case Studies

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