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Primus Aerospace

Produces high-precision aerospace and defense components

Overview

Primus Aerospace makes high-precision, complex metal parts for aerospace, defense, and space, producing components, kits, and subassemblies to print specifications by collaborating with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. It provides engineering support, program management, assembly, and integration, with capabilities like 5-axis machining, EDM, heat treatment, chemical plating, and non-destructive testing for tight-tolerance parts from exotic metals. The company grows by acquiring capabilities (e.g., Paradigm CNC, Raloid) and integrating operations under Angeles Equity Partners to strengthen its Tier 1 defense position. Its goal is to consolidate the fragmented aerospace, defense, and space precision components market and become a leading supplier for high-complexity, strategically important programs.

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About Primus Aerospace

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Why Primus Aerospace is rated
C+
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated D+ on Differentiation

Industries

Industrial & ManufacturingDesignAerospaceDefense

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Lakewood, CO

Founded

1998

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What believers are saying

  • October 2026 postings show 27 open roles and hiring acceleration after September.
  • Primus expanded into titanium additive manufacturing in 2026 for aerospace-defense work.
  • Primus website updated October 2026 still markets recent growth and M&A momentum.

What critics are saying

  • Boeing or Lockheed re-sourcing would collapse Primus's revenue base within 12 months.
  • Primus has no visible 2026 major contract wins beyond the Velo3D announcement.
  • Aerospace supply-chain disruptions or quality escapes can halt approvals and trigger customer re-sourcing.

What makes Primus Aerospace unique

  • Build-to-print precision machining for Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and RTX programs.
  • September 2026 Velo3D titanium printing adds additive capability for hypersonics and satellites.
  • Raloid acquisition deepened 5-axis, exotic-alloy, and Tier-1 defense supplier capabilities.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
BusinessFortnight
Jul 13th, 2023
PRIMUS AERO chooses PAL-V Liberty to enhance operational excellence

PRIMUS AERO is investing in the future of transportation with the purchase of a fleet of PAL-V Liberty vehicles, enhancing their operational excellence and minimizing the downtime of clients’ aircraft.

Business Wire
Nov 15th, 2022
Angeles Equity Partners Appoints Scott Miller As Ceo Of Primus Aerospace | Business Wire

LAKEWOOD, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Angeles Equity Partners, LLC (“Angeles”), a private investment firm focused on value creation through operational transformation, announced the appointment of Scott Miller as the new chief executive officer (CEO) of portfolio company Primus Aerospace (“Primus”). Primus is a provider of highly complex, machined components and assembly solutions to the aerospace, defense, and space (“AD&S”) industry. Miller brings over 25 years of experience in precision manufacturing and operational leadership from various blue-chip suppliers to the AD&S industry. Prior to joining Primus, Miller was a vice president in the Engine Systems Division of Meggitt, PLC, a provider of advanced technologies, products and services for aerospace, defense, and selected energy applications. While there, Miller led Operations which included Production, Quality, Environment, Health & Safety, and Sustainability for 11 sites across the division. Previously, he was Vice President and General Manager at Frisa Precision, a rolled ring and open die forging company serving a wide range of industries

Business Wire
Nov 15th, 2022
Angeles Equity Partners Appoints Scott Miller As Ceo Of Primus Aerospace

LAKEWOOD, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Angeles Equity Partners, LLC (“Angeles”), a private investment firm focused on value creation through operational transformation, announced the appointment of Scott Miller as the new chief executive officer (CEO) of portfolio company Primus Aerospace (“Primus”). Primus is a provider of highly complex, machined components and assembly solutions to the aerospace, defense, and space (“AD&S”) industry. Miller brings over 25 years of experience in precision manufacturing and operational leadership from various blue-chip suppliers to the AD&S industry. Prior to joining Primus, Miller was a vice president in the Engine Systems Division of Meggitt, PLC, a provider of advanced technologies, products and services for aerospace, defense, and selected energy applications. While there, Miller led Operations which included Production, Quality, Environment, Health & Safety, and Sustainability for 11 sites across the division. Previously, he was Vice President and General Manager at Frisa Precision, a rolled ring and open die forging company serving a wide range of industries

Angeles Equity Partners
Jun 28th, 2022
Primusaero acquired Raloid Corporation on Jun 28th 22'.

Primus Aerospace (“Primus”), a provider of highly complex, machined components and assembly solutions to the aerospace, defense, and space industry, sponsored by Angeles Equity Partners, LLC (“Angeles”), today announced the acquisition of Raloid Corporation (“Raloid”).

Business Wire
Jun 28th, 2022
Primus Aerospace Acquires Raloid Corporation

LAKEWOOD, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Primus Aerospace (“Primus”), a provider of highly complex, machined components and assembly solutions to the aerospace, defense, and space industry, sponsored by Angeles Equity Partners, LLC (“Angeles”), today announced the acquisition of Raloid Corporation (“Raloid”). Raloid machines critical components for several strategic defense programs. With the addition of Raloid, Primus further strengthens its position as a Tier 1 supplier in the defense industry. Raloid will continue to operate under its existing brand name. “We are proud to add Raloid to the Primus platform. Raloid’s legacy of performance and capabilities make it an ideal addition to Primus,” said Nick McGrath, CFO of Primus Aerospace

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