WASHINGTON STATE
DELEGATE DIRECTORY
Aircraft Interiors Expo
May 28-30, 2024
Booth B6E80 G-L
BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
Washington State is home to one of the largest and most diverse aviation and aerospace industries in the U.S., placing it at the top of the list as one of the most competitive states for global aerospace manufacturing. More than 150,000 jobs can be directly and indirectly attributed to the aerospace industry, exceeding jobs in other large aerospace states, including California and Texas; both with significantly larger populations than Washington.
The state has the highest density of aerospace workers in the United States, coming in at more than 70,000 direct employees. An additional 80,000 employees are considered indirect. Also, there are over 1,500 suppliers and vendors in Washington state, supporting more than $5B in purchases each year.
Additional factors driving aerospace jobs in Washington are the presence of other aviation and aerospace-related industries such as space, electric, hydrogen and hybrid powered aircraft, uncrewed and autonomous systems, and next-generation air mobility. Significant efforts are occurring in this statewide industry, including the establishment of working groups and committees focused on these subsectors, to determine how to effectively support the expansion of research and development, targeted industry legislation, and development of a 21st century workforce.
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OF CONTENTS 3 Washington State Delegates Aero-Plastics Inc. General Plastics Harper Engineering Inc. IDEA International Keltia Design Inc. PNAA Sealth Aero Machine SEKISUI Aerospace Tool Gauge VT Volant LLC Washington State Department of Commerce Staff Company Logos 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
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ABOUT US
Aero-Plastics is a vertically integrated, world class provider of plastic product solutions including machined nonmetallic, injection molded, thermoformed components and finish services utilizing high performance polymers and engineered resins. Our team has deep experience in regulated markets, including Aerospace, High-Performance Commercial and Medical Devices.
Aero-Plastics is certified AS9100:2016 Rev D & ITAR.
UNIQUE SELLING POINTS
API is known for its unsurpassed level of dependability. An example of this dependability is earning the annual Performance Excellence Award from the Boeing Company for (16) consecutive times.
MEETING GOALS
API would like to continue expanding our footprint into the European market by building relationships with companies that serve Airbus.
Russ Nielsen
Machined nonmetallic, injection molded, thermoformed components and finish service SERVICES
General Manager
+1 (206) 571-9546
russn@aero-plastics.com
Mike Brown CEO
+1 (425) 770-3309
mikeb@aero-plastics.com
www.aero-plastics.com
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ABOUT US
Aerospace OEMS and Tier 1/ Tier 2 companies look to General Plastics for unique chemistry-based solutions centered on our signature polyurethane foams. General Plastics supports engineers/design teams in industries such as composite core, aerospace, tooling, and prototyping. We supply LAST-A-FOAM® sheet stock and machined, fabricated parts for composite-manufacturing. GP works closely with you from concept to completion.
UNIQUE SELLING POINTS
Count on quality, rigorous inspection, testing and certifications of conformance that include ISO 9001:2015.AS9100D and quality systems: NQA-1, Mil-I-45208A, Boeing Company D6-82479 & ITAR compliance.
MEETING GOALS
Seeking to meet with companies looking for flexible and rigid polyurethane foam-based solutions to aircraft interior, prototyping and tooling applications, as well as production services.
Jaci Hendricks
Built-to-print aerospace applications; Composite Core; Cabin interior; Flight Deck Pads; Gap Seals; Prototypes; High temp tooling board; CNC/other services SERVICES
Marketing Manager
+1 (253) 473-5000
jaci_hendricks@generalplastics.com
Geoff Veld Senior Business Development Manager
+1 (253) 441-8633
geoff_veld@generalplastics.com
www.generalplastics.com
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ABOUT US
We’re a leading provider of innovative engineering solutions, excelling in complex mechanism design like latches and hinges for various applications. With expertise in Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance, we ensure ontime delivery. Our capabilities include precision machining, press-forming, injection molding, and assembly. Trusted by many, our dedication to customer satisfaction sets us apart.
UNIQUE SELLING POINTS
Through close customer collaboration, Harper will design, certify and then build parts to meet your expectations of perfect parts, on-time.
MEETING GOALS
Connecting with carriers/OEMs for Harper’s flight deck security solution. Meeting aircraft interior firms for efficient cabin assembly. Assisting companies with engineered thermoplastic products.
Carlo Mears
Design, Test, Certify, Build. Precision engineered products; Reinforced thermoplastic products; Small scale product integration; Complex Assemblies SERVICES
VP/GM
+1 (206) 390-4263
c.mears@harperengineering.com
Dustin Thornton
VP of Engineering
+1 (520) 906-7768
d.thornton@harperengineering .com
www.harperengineering.com
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ABOUT US
IDEA International is an Aerospace Engineering Consultancy who supports OEM’s, Suppliers, MRO, Airlines and Aircraft Leasing Groups on an international level. IDEA has many years of experience in Structural Design and Analysis, Interior Design and Analysis and can support Certification (FAA/EASA) and Testing.
IDEA is equally familiar with Airbus and Boeing platforms and is active in the Space and Private Space Industries.
UNIQUE SELLING POINTS
Experienced with Boeing and Airbus platforms, an average experience level of 22 years per engineer. We are highly flexible, adaptable and able to respond to extra workload or rapid response with ease.
MEETING GOALS
Building relationships with domestic and international OEM’s and suppliers on interior related design, analysis and certification programs.
FAA/EASA Certification; Finite Element Analysis; Products include Interiors (Galleys, Seats, Lavatories) and WiFi, Cargo, Waste/ Water, and O2 Systems SERVICES
Julian Sharpe
Aerospace Economic Development Director
+1 (425) 591-9692
juliansharpe@idea-international.com
www.idea-international.com
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ABOUT US
Keltia Design Inc is a privately held corporation in WA State. Keltia provides both on-site and remote Aerospace CAD Design & Training Support Services along with industry experienced recruiting services. Keltia was founded by Kevin Burtchaell in 2000 after working with industry leaders like Boeing, Bombardier, Goodrich, Messier-Dowty and Allied Signal (now Honeywell) in the US, Canada, and Europe.
UNIQUE SELLING POINTS
Industry experience and an eye for talent allows Keltia to source and place highly qualified aerospace personnel in a wide variety of aerospace positions around the US.
MEETING GOALS
Interested in meeting companies that require engineering specialists with CATIA, SolidWorks, CREO and NX aerospace design support and training services.
Kevin Burtchaell
Engineering CAD Design; Aircraft Modifications; Freighter Conversion; CATIA; Solidworks; NX; CREO; Autodesk Inventor Training & Aerospace Recruiting SERVICES
President/CEO
+1 (206) 368-9812
kevin@keltia-design.com
Angela Nesbitt
Business Development Manager
+1 (312) 402-4702
angela@keltia-design.com
www.keltia-design.com
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ABOUT US
Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance is your gateway to North America’s largest commercial aerospace cluster. PNAA is a non-profit organization made up of a coalition of aerospace companies that serve North America’s largest commercial aerospace manufacturing cluster which centers round growing segments in the Pacific Northwest .
MEETING GOALS
Develop relationships with international aerospace businesses.
Nikki Malcom
CEO & Executive Director
+1 (206) 250-4902
nmalcom@pnaa.net
www.pnaa.net
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ABOUT US
Sealth Aero Marine was founded in 1959 and is family owned and operated. We continue to be a Leader in the design and manufacturing of quality commercial and custom latches, hinges and interior hardware.
UNIQUE SELLING POINTS
Full engineering, manufacturing, testing and build to print capabilities. Negotiable NRE’s. Convenient customization of products.
MEETING GOALS
To connect with customer Purchasing and Engineering personnel to provide awareness of Sealth’s capabilities and products for consideration in projects and partnerships.
Services: Full engineering, design and manufacturing SERVICES
Rich Olson President
+1 (425) 357-3015
Products: Latches, Hinges, Bolting systems, Trims and interior hardware;
rolson@sealth.com
Chris Finch
General Manager
+1 (425) 357-3016
chris.finch@sealth.com
www.sealth.com
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ABOUT US
For 35+ years SEKISUI Aerospace has pioneered innovative aircraft component design and manufacturing. SEKISUI Aerospace has groundbreaking innovations in lightweight composites, visionary mobility solutions, and a relentless commitment to pushing boundaries, revolutionizing the industry with digital transformation and aviation advancements.
UNIQUE SELLING POINTS
QForge® is a thermoplastic compression molding process using long discontinuous fiber-reinforced material and a new molding process with zero scrap.
MEETING GOALS
Develop relationships with Tier 1’s and Tier 2’s Commercial Aerospace, UAV, and military customers, to assist in manufacturing their composite and structural thermoset and thermoplastic components.
Andrea Dorr
We produce interiors, engines, structures, UAVs, ducting, thermoplastic/ thermoset, chopped/ continuous fiber parts, CCM, and APC. SERVICES
SVP, Business Development
+1 (314) 308-0651
andrea.dorr@sekisuiaerospace.com
Amandine Crabtree
Strategic Initiative Consultant
SEKISUI Aerospace
+1 (206) 405-0216
www.sekisuiaerospace.com
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ABOUT US
We are a preferred supplier for Cabin Interior components produced from Plastics and Metals. We are BAC 5321 Class 1 and Class 2 certified. AS9100.
UNIQUE SELLING POINTS
We are a highly responsive, quality and delivery focused build-to-print manufacturer with a long history of delivering compl 5rx products on time and within budget.
MEETING GOALS
Seeking to meet with Boeing and Airbus Tier one integrators searching for high quality schedule focused suppliers that bring unique solutions and value to the supply chain.
Air Systems; Cockpit controls; Bin Closeouts; Window Reveals; Decompression Grills; Ceiling Protection; Landing Gear SERVICES
James Lee
C.O.O.
+1 (253) 226-2719
jlee@toolgauge.net
Alex Barnett
Engineering Manager
+1 (206) 359-1845
abarnett@toolgauge.net
www.toolgauge.net
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ABOUT US
VT Volant is a leading aircraft interior manufacturer, engineering, and FAA/ EASA certified repair station based in Burlington, WA. We offer a wide range of services that uphold the highest standard of quality and assurance. As a part of the Vaayu Group, with over 30 years of experience in this field, we are a facility that’s equipped with the best tools and techniques that meet today’s industry standards.
UNIQUE SELLING POINTS
Cabin interiors repair and manufacturing with 30+ years of experience. Location - Pacific Northwest, facilities - 92,000 square feet. Certification: USA FAA Part 21, EASA POA manufacturing facilities.
MEETING GOALS
To grow the network in Europe and provide our high-quality solutions for the cabin interiors for operators, lessors, MROs and other customers.
SERVICES
PSUs, end caps, sidewall panels, partitions, overhead bins, spacers, MCDs, crew rest modules, galleys and lavatories, curtains tracks, stowage bins.
Anastasija Frolova
VP Sales Europe
+46 739451894
anastasijafrolova@vtvolant.com
www.vtvolant.com
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WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE STAFF
Joanna Boatwright
Aerospace International Trade Specialist
Joanna.Boatwright@commerce.wa.gov
Phone: +1(206) 485-8541
Marianne Goodson
European Representative
Washington State Department of Commerce
marianne.goodson@tfdi.co.uk
Phone: +44 (0) 7966 497691
www.choosewashingtonstate.com - moreinfo@choosewashington.com
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