We’re On a Mission of Our Own

Saving Lives and Improving Success

We're on a mission to provide the most innovative and effective technically sewn products and water survivability solutions that save lives and increase success rates for the Department of Defense and civilian first responder organizations.

Our goal is to establish Aerial as the dominant and trusted aviation technical sewing and water survivability solution manufacturer in the U.S. by delivering with speed, professionalism, and the highest quality. In doing so, we will continue to evolve with our customer’s missions, invest in our company and our people, and leverage our legacy and values.

Seasoned Veterans in their Fields

We’ve recruited the best and brightest in their fields to bring you the best solutions. With a combined experience of over two centuries, we have the depth on the bench to conceive and create the most innovative survivability products and services the world has ever seen.

Our management team

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Thomas Weidley

Chief Executive Officer
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Cathy Roberts

Director of Operations
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Brandon Hinkley

Director of Engineering
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Mark Filuta

Director of Sales and Business Development
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Elayna Roberts

Director of
Human Resources
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Andy Conant

Director of Business Operations, Rhine Air

The Values that Define Us

The Aerial Machine & Tool culture is one of honesty and humility, infused with patriotism, where trust is the centerpiece of our highly performing team. Each member of the Aerial Machine & Tool team is laser focused on the end user – that individual service member who is either in, or preparing to operate in, harm’s way. We know our work saves lives, and every one of us is committed to the values below that bring this vision to reality daily through designing and manufacturing premium survivability solutions for the warfighter. These are the values that define all of us at Aerial Machine & Tool.

Trust

We always strive to build a firm belief in the reliability, truthfulness, and abilities of Aerial Machine & Tool, our people, and our solutions.

Humility

We are servant leaders at our core — acting with modesty in behavior, attitude, and spirit in everything we do.

Honesty

We never conduct ourselves in a way that is deceitful, deceptive, or untruthful. Sincerity and integrity are central to everything we do.

Respect

We have a deep admiration for the brave men and women of the Armed forces — for each other and our customers.

Accountability

We always take ownership of our behavior, our actions, and their impact on the company and our customers.

Excellence

We aim to be the best — always striving for outstanding quality and superior solutions that are remarkably good.

A One-of-A-Kind Company

Aerial Machine & Tool combines the perfect mix of size and scale, agility and adaptability. We’re big enough to solve some of the most complex survivability, but small enough to listen to our customers, move quickly, and respond with a precision that’s unmatched in the industry.