Electronics

How Material Science and Manufacturing Discipline Protect Mission-Critical Electronics In defense electronics, failure isn’t just expensive—it’s a strategic liability. The environments are extreme, the margins for error are razor-thin, and the consequences of system failure can be catastrophic. That’s why the durability of printed circuit boards (PCBs) used in military and aerospace applications isn’t a […]

Introduction: In Defense Manufacturing, Compliance Is a System—Not a Slogan For engineering leaders, program managers, and OEMs operating in defense, aerospace, or other high-security environments, compliance isn’t a peripheral concern. It’s foundational to maintaining adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and defense trade controls. Among the most critical standards in this space is […]

In highly regulated industries like the medical device industry, defense systems, and high-performance industrial controls, quality isn't just about performance; it’s about proof. In the complex realm of electronics manufacturing, few certifications carry more weight than ISO 13485:2016 certification. ISO 13485 is the global gold standard for quality management systems specific to medical devices and […]

In complex electronics manufacturing, innovation gets the headlines—but compliance gets you to market efficiently and sustainably. Industries like aerospace, medical, energy, and defense are characterized not just by the complexity of engineered products they create, but also by the manufacturing operations and engineered changes they implement. As products become more interconnected and intelligent, compliance becomes […]

Discover how U.S.-based EMS partners reduce IP theft risks in electronics manufacturing through secure infrastructure, sourcing, and compliance systems

In the IoT space, no two products are exactly alike—but they all demand the same thing from their manufacturing partner: flexibility without failure. Whether you're building sensor networks, smart wearables, medical IoT, or rugged industrial gateways, your product likely involves small-to-mid volume runs, evolving designs, complex assemblies, and stringent compliance. This is especially true in […]

Learn how ITAR compliance impacts electronics manufacturing—across sourcing, design, and production—and how EST supports secure, audit-ready builds.

Learn how reshoring electronics manufacturing to a U.S.-based EMS improves quality, traceability, and compliance for high-reliability, low-volume products.