Advanced Manufacturing & Parts Obsolescence Support
ZIGR delivers advanced manufacturing and parts obsolescence support with a focus on End-of-Life (EOL) systems, Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS), and legacy platform sustainment for defense, aerospace, and national security customers. We provide turnkey solutions that combine obsolescence tracking, reverse engineering, low-volume precision manufacturing, and qualified alternative sourcing to ensure mission-critical systems remain operational long after OEM support has lapsed. ZIGR’s approach integrates supply chain intelligence, technical data package (TDP) reconstruction, and secure manufacturing partnerships to enable lifecycle extension for weapons systems, avionics, ground vehicles, and secure communications platforms.
ZIGR partners with defense-qualified machine shops and advanced additive manufacturing providers to produce low-rate initial production (LRIP) runs and replacement components for obsolescent systems. Capabilities include CNC machining, metal AM (e.g., DMLS, EBM), polymer printing for aerospace interiors, and hybrid subtractive-additive fabrication. All parts are delivered with traceability, quality assurance, and compliance with program-specific tech insertion requirements—often fulfilling urgent need or readiness recovery mandates.
When original parts are no longer available, ZIGR identifies and qualifies form-fit-function (FFF) equivalents, aftermarket components, or alternate suppliers through a rigorous vetting and testing process. We validate components through electrical, mechanical, and environmental testing, and manage required documentation for engineering change proposals (ECPs) or government acceptance. This includes sourcing through defense-focused supply networks, OEM buybacks, or long-term storage inventory recovery—ensuring readiness without compromising compliance.
ZIGR supports full program lifecycle sustainment with strategic obsolescence management plans, aligning with DoD Instruction 4245.15 and agency-specific logistics mandates. Our approach blends technical refresh mapping, long-lead item forecasting, and data-driven sourcing plans, allowing program managers to stabilize sustainment costs while extending platform viability. Whether supporting aging radar systems, avionics control boards, or custom military-grade connectors, ZIGR ensures that legacy platforms remain fully mission-capable in the face of supply chain volatility.
Contact
- jm@zigr.co