Actuators in the Aerospace industry

Prototype Through to Full Production Support

From proof of concept and first flight prototypes to small batch production and full rate manufacturing, Olsen supports your programme at every stage.

We enable rapid prototyping with aircraft grade electro-mechanical actuators, supported by:

  • Drive and power electronics
  • CANbus / aircraft network integration software
  • Verification and validation testing

Our lightweight aerospace actuation systems and custom designs are engineered for long service life and low maintenance, incorporating, where required:

  • Precision ground roller screws
  • High torque
  • Robust, lightweight housings and aerospace qualified components
  • Electronics can be supplied integrated within the actuator or as separate, modular units.

We are compliant with:

  • DO160G environmental and EMC compliance
  • DO178 software development compliance
  • Full material traceability, programme management, and documentation

Prototype and Production Capability

  • Prototype lead time: typically within 9 months, ready for first flight
  • Batch production: 50–100 units per year using dedicated production pods and AS9100 approved supply chain partners
  • Full production: scalable for higher volumes with inhouse machining to optimise cost, quality and delivery reliability
Core Capabilities

Our actuator solutions are able to meet specifications including:

  • 10 x 10-9 Reliability DO 160G Compliance DO 254 Compliance DO178 software verification option FMEA, FMECA
  • In-house load test rigs
  • MIL Spec
  • Shock & Vibration EMC MIL461-F IP67/8
  • -55oC – +100oC Temperature range
  • 8-800Vdc Voltage range
  • 12/24/28/48/110/220/240/270/400V/600V/800V/800Vdc
  • Multi-axis control synchronisation
  • Precise control
  • Durability and ruggedness
  • Space or weight-saving