SEC:COMPANY // MFG:CALPAK-USA
COMPANY
40+ years of American engineering — built on integrity and innovation.
Our Story
American Engineering, California Built
Founded over 40 years ago in the heart of Southern California's aerospace corridor, Calpak USA has grown from a small PCB assembly shop into a full-service electronics engineering and manufacturing company. Our Hawthorne, California headquarters houses every capability under one roof — from circuit design and firmware development to high-volume PCB assembly and systems integration.
"A minority-owned small business with Fortune 500 capabilities — proudly Made in America."
As a minority-owned small business, Calpak brings a unique perspective to the electronics manufacturing industry. We combine the agility and personal attention of a small company with the certifications, equipment, and expertise of a large-scale manufacturer. Our AS9100 Rev. D, ISO 9001, and ITAR registration open the door to aerospace, defense, and government programs that demand the highest quality standards.
Our team is built on a foundation of integrity, innovation, and collaboration. We invest in our people, maintain a culture of continuous improvement, and give back to the community through educational programs for students and educators. When you partner with Calpak, you get more than a vendor — you get a committed engineering partner invested in your success.
WHO // WE ARE
Get to Know Calpak
Minority-owned, California-based, and proudly Made in America.
About
40+ years of American engineering and manufacturing — from concept to production under one roof.
Certifications & Registrations
AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR, and more — industry-leading quality certifications.
Company Culture
Integrity, innovation, and teamwork — the values that drive everything we do.
Diversity
Minority-owned small business — proudly serving all sectors of American industry.
Students & Educators
Hands-on learning and real-world experience for the next generation of engineers.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Calpak USA located? +
Calpak USA is headquartered at 13748 Prairie Avenue, Hawthorne, California 90250, in the heart of Southern California's aerospace corridor. Our single-facility operation houses all engineering, manufacturing, assembly, test, and shipping functions under one roof, enabling complete oversight of every project from design through delivery.
Is Calpak USA a minority-owned business? +
Yes. Calpak USA is a certified minority-owned small business. This designation qualifies Calpak USA for supplier diversity programs and set-aside contracts with government agencies, prime defense contractors, and Fortune 500 companies that maintain minority business enterprise procurement goals.
How long has Calpak USA been in business? +
Calpak USA was founded in 1978 and has over 40 years of continuous operation in electronics engineering and manufacturing. Over four decades, we have built deep expertise across hardware design, software development, PCB assembly, fabrication, and systems integration, serving customers in aerospace, defense, medical, and commercial industries.
What certifications does Calpak USA hold? +
Calpak USA holds AS9100 Rev. D certification for aerospace quality management, ISO 9001 certification for general quality management, ITAR registration with the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, and ANSI/ESD S20.20 certification for electrostatic discharge control. Our operators and inspectors are IPC-certified to J-STD-001 soldering standards for both IPC Class 2 and Class 3 workmanship. All certifications are maintained through annual third-party audits.
Does Calpak USA work with startups or only large companies? +
Calpak USA works with companies of all sizes, from early-stage startups building their first prototype to Fortune 500 corporations running multi-year production programs. Our flexible manufacturing capacity supports volumes from a single prototype board through 10 million units per year. Startups benefit from our engineering expertise and DFM guidance, while established companies value our certifications, quality systems, and production scalability.
LET'S BUILD // TOGETHER
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