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Kodiak Assembly Solutions Renews ITAR Registration, Providing Secure and Compliant Manufacturing for Defense & Aerospace
September 25, 2025 | Kodiak Assembly SolutionsEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Kodiak Assembly Solutions LLLP, a leading electronics contract manufacturer, has successfully renewed its ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) registration. This renewal ensures Kodiak remains fully qualified to support mission-critical defense and aerospace projects that demand the highest level of security, precision, and compliance.
For Kodiak, ITAR compliance is not just a regulatory checkbox—it is a core part of how the company operates. Maintaining this registration provides customers with confidence that their sensitive data, designs, and intellectual property are protected throughout every stage of the production process.
“Our customers count on us to deliver precise work while keeping their data and designs secure,” said John Kampfer, President, Kodiak Assembly Solutions. “This renewal keeps us ready to support defense and aerospace programs that demand strict compliance and flawless execution.”
Kodiak Assembly’s advantage lies in its ability to combine compliance with cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities. Its Austin facility houses automated SMT lines, selective soldering equipment, conformal coating processes, and full box-build assembly under one roof. The company’s ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100-certified quality systems, paired with comprehensive testing solutions—including flying probe, AOI, and functional test—ensure every build meets the highest reliability standards.
Beyond technical capability, Kodiak offers the flexibility required for high-mix, low- to medium-volume projects, supporting customers from early prototypes through full production runs. Its engineering team provides DFM/DFT feedback and process optimization, helping reduce risk and speed time-to-market for even the most complex assemblies.
With its renewed ITAR registration, advanced manufacturing infrastructure, and commitment to quality, Kodiak remains the partner of choice for aerospace, defense, and other high-reliability industries that require both security and precision.
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