Our approach
Engineering-driven operators acquiring, building, and scaling enduring companies in aerospace, defense, and advanced industrials.
Ashlar Industries
We’re a long-term holding company, acquiring and operating mission critical engineering and manufacturing businesses.
We are hands-on operators who prioritize technical depth, disciplined growth, and preserving the legacy of the businesses we acquire.
Focus Areas
Ashlar Industries acquires and grows US based industrial companies serving the US aerospace & defense ecosystem, delivering mission-critical capabilities spanning the full product lifecycle—from design and prototyping to testing and production.
Focused on the Gulf South and key aerospace & defense corridors.
-Precision Machining & Fabrication
-Machining Special Processes (finishings, heat treatment, coatings, etc.)
-Engineering Services
-Environmental & qualification testing labs
-Non-destructive testing
Criteria
Whether partnering with legacy founders or scaling technical teams, we focus on sustainable operations, strong relationships, and long-term value creation — not quick exits.
-Revenue: $5-$25M
-EBITDA: $1M-$5M
-Diversified Customer Base: Serving Aerospace & Defense, but other industries such as oil & gas, automotive, and medical devices
Select Investments
We actively invest in companies shaping the future of aerospace and defense. These investments reflect our conviction in the sector and our commitment to supporting innovators, builders, and operators advancing U.S. industrial strength.