UpMarkAero is a Charleston-based aerospace supply company providing composite structures, precision components, and hardware to U.S. government agencies and defense contractors. We serve as a trusted small business prime contractor within the federal acquisition ecosystem.
Deep technical knowledge of composite manufacturing processes, material specifications, and quality requirements developed through direct industry experience supporting SpaceX, Boeing, and military rotorcraft programs.
Procurement and distribution of composite structures, airframe components, and precision aerospace hardware to government and defense end users through vetted domestic manufacturing networks.
Active development of qualified U.S. small business manufacturer relationships across the aerospace composites and precision hardware sectors to support scalable, compliant contract fulfillment.
End-to-end coordination of non-destructive inspection services for composite aerospace structures — including logistics, Nadcap-certified lab sourcing, chain of custody, and full documentation management.
Coordination of specialized aerospace freight, packaging compliance, and delivery management for high-value government contract items — including chain of custody documentation and receiving verification.
Prime contractor services on federal supply contracts pursued through DLA DIBBS and SAM.gov, serving agencies including DLA, NAVAIR, AFWERX, and other DoD and federal acquisition channels. Full compliance management including FAR requirements, quality documentation, and delivery coordination.
UpMarkAero is the trade name of UpMarkDefense LLC, a South Carolina limited liability company established to serve the aerospace and defense supply chain as a small business prime contractor and supplier.
Founded by a mechanical engineer with hands-on composite manufacturing experience across SpaceX launch vehicle structures, Boeing commercial airframe programs, and U.S. military rotorcraft — UpMarkAero understands the material specifications, process requirements, and quality standards your parts actually need to meet.
We are actively seeking qualified U.S. manufacturers across the aerospace composites and precision hardware sectors to establish long-term supplier partnerships supporting federal contract fulfillment.
We are actively seeking qualified U.S. manufacturers and NDI service providers to support federal contract fulfillment. Contact us to discuss supplier qualification and partnership opportunities.