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18 Jukjeon-ro 68beon-gil, Uichang-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea
+82 55-251-9060
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Overview
- Summary
- KIPCO Aerospace & Defense is a specialized aerospace and defense company primarily manufacturing radar and electro-optical targeting systems (EOTS) for surveillance and reconnaissance. The company possesses capabilities in satellite communication, aircraft engine and airframe components, and crypto security equipment. As a key player in the K-defense industry, it participates in major national defense projects such as the KF-21 fighter jet and light armed helicopters. KIPCO Aerospace & Defense offers an In-House One Stop Service, covering everything from RF technology to mechatronics and system integration.KIPCO Aerospace & Defense is a specialized aerospace and defense company primarily manufacturing radar and electro-optical targeting systems (EOTS) for surveillance and reconnaissance. The company possesses capabilities in satellite communication, aircraft engine and airframe components, and crypto security equipment. As a key player in the K-defense industry, it participates in major national defense projects such as the KF-21 fighter jet and light armed helicopters. KIPCO Aerospace & Defense offers an In-House One Stop Service, covering everything from RF technology to mechatronics and system integration.
- Key Products/Technologies
- In the electro-optical equipment sector, the company has the capability to mass-produce core modules for KF-21 fighter jet EO-TGP (Electro-Optical Targeting Pod) and targeting acquisition systems (TADS) for light armed helicopters.In the electro-optical equipment sector, the company has the capability to mass-produce core modules for KF-21 fighter jet EO-TGP (Electro-Optical Targeting Pod) and targeting acquisition systems (TADS) for light armed helicopters.
- In the radar sector, the company is developing a space surveillance radar system and supplies key components (receivers, transceiver module housings) for the L-SAM multi-functional radar to Hanwha Systems.In the radar sector, the company is developing a space surveillance radar system and supplies key components (receivers, transceiver module housings) for the L-SAM multi-functional radar to Hanwha Systems.
- The company possesses the capability to independently develop and produce core AESA radar modules, including high-power S-Band 400W GaN TRM, digital processing units, and modular cooling systems.The company possesses the capability to independently develop and produce core AESA radar modules, including high-power S-Band 400W GaN TRM, digital processing units, and modular cooling systems.
- In satellite communication, the company is developing Q-band semiconductor power amplifiers for export to the US and low-earth orbit satellite communication technology, with contracts signed with Hanwha Systems for inter-satellite laser communication equipment and satellite-to-ground communication terminals.In satellite communication, the company is developing Q-band semiconductor power amplifiers for export to the US and low-earth orbit satellite communication technology, with contracts signed with Hanwha Systems for inter-satellite laser communication equipment and satellite-to-ground communication terminals.
- With expertise in aircraft engine and airframe component manufacturing, the company produces various aerospace parts, including GE and Rolls-Royce aircraft engine cases and impellers, demonstrating top-tier know-how in titanium component manufacturing.With expertise in aircraft engine and airframe component manufacturing, the company produces various aerospace parts, including GE and Rolls-Royce aircraft engine cases and impellers, demonstrating top-tier know-how in titanium component manufacturing.
- Key business areas include EOTS/Laser Air Defense Weapons, Anti-Drone JAMMERs, satellite communication/navigation, and thermal management/cooling system solutions.Key business areas include EOTS/Laser Air Defense Weapons, Anti-Drone JAMMERs, satellite communication/navigation, and thermal management/cooling system solutions.
- The company leads the next-generation battlefield surveillance and defense platform through AI-based EOTS and smart anti-drone jammer (EW) technologies.The company leads the next-generation battlefield surveillance and defense platform through AI-based EOTS and smart anti-drone jammer (EW) technologies.
- Core Advantages
- Provision of In House One Stop Total Service through vertical integration of technologies, from RF technology to electro-optical stabilization control, mechatronics, mechanical processing, hardware, software, and system integration.Provision of In House One Stop Total Service through vertical integration of technologies, from RF technology to electro-optical stabilization control, mechatronics, mechanical processing, hardware, software, and system integration.
- Unique technological prowess and mass production experience in the defense sector through participation in core K-defense projects such as KF-21 EO-TGP and L-SAM radar.Unique technological prowess and mass production experience in the defense sector through participation in core K-defense projects such as KF-21 EO-TGP and L-SAM radar.
- Leading R&D and manufacturing capabilities in the satellite communication sector, including the development of Q-band semiconductor power amplifiers and low-earth orbit satellite communication technology.Leading R&D and manufacturing capabilities in the satellite communication sector, including the development of Q-band semiconductor power amplifiers and low-earth orbit satellite communication technology.
- Over 30 years of experience in localizing defense components and precision machining technology for global aircraft engine manufacturers like GE and Rolls-Royce, particularly expertise in titanium component processing.Over 30 years of experience in localizing defense components and precision machining technology for global aircraft engine manufacturers like GE and Rolls-Royce, particularly expertise in titanium component processing.
- Acquisition of an AI-based Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) technology patent, offering innovative maintenance solutions for predicting equipment failures and proactive maintenance.Acquisition of an AI-based Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) technology patent, offering innovative maintenance solutions for predicting equipment failures and proactive maintenance.
- Continuous technological development and innovation capabilities through the operation of multiple research institutes (Mechanical Cooling Research Institute, Radar Research Institute, Electro-Optical Satellite Research Institute, Seoul General Research Institute, Suwon Space Research Institute).Continuous technological development and innovation capabilities through the operation of multiple research institutes (Mechanical Cooling Research Institute, Radar Research Institute, Electro-Optical Satellite Research Institute, Seoul General Research Institute, Suwon Space Research Institute).
- Recognition for contributions to technology development and component localization, exemplified by CEO Jung Kyung-ahn's Presidential Commendation.Recognition for contributions to technology development and component localization, exemplified by CEO Jung Kyung-ahn's Presidential Commendation.
- Target Industrie
- Defense and Aerospace Industry: KF-21 fighter jet, light armed helicopter, L-SAM long-range surface-to-air guided missile, Biho Complex 2 EOTS, laser air defense weapons, Anti-Drone JAMMER, etc..Defense and Aerospace Industry: KF-21 fighter jet, light armed helicopter, L-SAM long-range surface-to-air guided missile, Biho Complex 2 EOTS, laser air defense weapons, Anti-Drone JAMMER, etc..
- Aviation Industry: Manufacturing of aircraft components such as engine cases and impellers, and application of maintenance technologies.Aviation Industry: Manufacturing of aircraft components such as engine cases and impellers, and application of maintenance technologies.
- Space Industry: Development and supply of satellite communication modules, low-earth orbit satellite communication technology, inter-satellite laser communication equipment, satellite-to-ground communication terminals, and space surveillance radar systems.Space Industry: Development and supply of satellite communication modules, low-earth orbit satellite communication technology, inter-satellite laser communication equipment, satellite-to-ground communication terminals, and space surveillance radar systems.
- Future Mobility Sector: Development of UAM (Urban Air Mobility) TACAN technology.Future Mobility Sector: Development of UAM (Urban Air Mobility) TACAN technology.
- Major Markets
- South KoreaSouth Korea
- United StatesUnited States
- Certifications/Patents
- Holds AS9100 Aerospace Quality Management System certification.Holds AS9100 Aerospace Quality Management System certification.
- Acquired New Excellent Technology (NET) certification from the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (June 2025, for tactical navigation equipment-related technology).Acquired New Excellent Technology (NET) certification from the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (June 2025, for tactical navigation equipment-related technology).
- Certified as a Root Industry Company (May 2021, National Root Industry Promotion Center).Certified as a Root Industry Company (May 2021, National Root Industry Promotion Center).
- Certified as a Material and Component Specialist Company (September 2019, Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy).Certified as a Material and Component Specialist Company (September 2019, Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy).
- Holds a total of 29 patents (as of December 2025).Holds a total of 29 patents (as of December 2025).
- Acquired an AI-based CBM (Condition Based Maintenance) technology patent (October 2025).Acquired an AI-based CBM (Condition Based Maintenance) technology patent (October 2025).
- Filed a patent for an RF power amplifier (KR10-2025-0080926, August 2025).Filed a patent for an RF power amplifier (KR10-2025-0080926, August 2025).
- Holds patents related to heat exchangers for video tracking equipment, transceiver modules with a common path for transmitting and receiving signals, and one-body structures for TRM and heat sinks.Holds patents related to heat exchangers for video tracking equipment, transceiver modules with a common path for transmitting and receiving signals, and one-body structures for TRM and heat sinks.
- Recognized as an R&D Center (June 2009, Korea Industrial Technology Association).Recognized as an R&D Center (June 2009, Korea Industrial Technology Association).
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18 Jukjeon-ro 68beon-gil, Uichang-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea
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