STS Defense Solutions: Global Military Aircraft Maintenance with Purpose
When you think about military aviation, one truth becomes clear... readiness is everything. Aircraft can’t wait. Missions can’t pause. Safety, reliability, and speed matter more than anything else.
That’s where STS Defense Solutions comes in.
Born from decades of commercial aviation expertise and backed by the global reach of STS Aviation Group, STS Defense Solutions was created with a single mission in mind; to deliver world-class Military MRO services, wherever and whenever they’re needed.
Why STS Defense Solutions?
Military aircraft demand a different level of care. Every modification, every inspection, every system upgrade carries consequences far beyond the hangar. At STS Defense Solutions, we understand this responsibility. Our teams blend technical mastery with a deep commitment to safety and compliance, ensuring that fleets remain mission-ready at all times.
We don’t just maintain aircraft. We support the people who depend on them.
Global Reach, Proven Results
With facilities in the United States, the United Kingdom, and across Europe, STS Defense Solutions provides true global MRO support. Our network is designed to deploy quickly... mobile teams, rapid-response capabilities, and flexible solutions that scale with the needs of defense operators worldwide.
From large transport aircraft and tankers to ISR platforms, rotary wing, VIP fleets, and maritime surveillance assets, our team has seen it all. And because we apply proven commercial modification methodologies to military programs, we deliver reduced turnaround times and cost-effective results without compromising quality.
Capabilities That Matter
Our services cover the full spectrum of military aircraft maintenance solutions:
Depot-level maintenance and structural upgrades
Avionics modernization and glass cockpit conversions
Connectivity installations and mission system integration
Fuel tank rectification and complex modification programs
Interior reconfigurations and VIP refurbishments
Spares provisioning and component support
Program management and engineering design authority
And when mission requirements change? We adapt. Fast.
Partnerships That Define Trust
We don’t stand alone. Our teams work alongside some of the most respected names in aviation... Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Sikorsky, Textron Bell, L3 Harris, and more. These partnerships reflect trust, earned through consistent delivery and technical excellence.
A recent example? The UK Wedgetail AEW Mk1 program in Birmingham, which created more than 100 skilled jobs and showcased our ability to execute on one of the most complex aircraft conversions in the world.
The STS Difference
What truly sets STS Defense Solutions apart isn’t just capability. It’s people. Highly skilled technicians, engineers, and program managers who thrive in high-pressure environments and understand that their work directly impacts operational readiness.
Speed, safety, and reliability aren’t buzzwords here. They’re daily commitments.
Looking Ahead
Military aviation doesn’t stand still, and neither do we. From rapid deployments to long-term sustainment programs, STS Defense Solutions is ready to deliver innovative, reliable, and mission-focused MRO services wherever they’re needed.
Because at the end of the day, this work isn’t about aircraft alone. It’s about ensuring the men and women who operate them can complete their missions safely and return home.