The company is planning to use the funds to build mega factories and advance software-defined manufacturing for reliable and scalable production.
ATLANTA—Aerospace manufacturing startup Jeh Aerospace raised $11 million in Series A funding led by Elevation Capital, with participation from existing investor General Catalyst, the company said in a release.
Jeh Aerospace, founded by Vishal R. Sanghavi and Venkatesh Mudragalla, specializes in high-precision aerospace and defense manufacturing that is driven by software-defined manufacturing technology. The company is working to build global resilience in aerospace manufacturing through “top talent and cutting-edge technology, setting a benchmark for global aerospace supply chains,” the release stated.
The company’s approach uses advanced software, automation, and AI to create “flexible and reliable factories that can scale to meet the aerospace industry’s most challenging demands, delivering high-quality parts on time, every time, in less time,” according to Jeh Aerospace.
“We are redefining aerospace manufacturing with software-driven precision, ensuring that high-quality parts are delivered reliably and on time,” said Jeh Aerospace founder and CEO Vishal R. Sanghavi, in a statement. “This funding from Elevation Capital and General Catalyst will allow us to build mega factories and enhance our technology while continuing to deliver exceptional value to our global customers.”
Earlier this year, Jeh Aerospace launched its Center for Skills, an in-house training program to develop world-class engineers and technicians. The company’s Center for Resilience, described as “a cutting-edge speed shop,” reportedly improved lead times for new product introduction (NPI) that are 10 times faster than traditional aerospace machine shops, setting a new benchmark for efficiency.
“Jeh has demonstrated exceptional execution and built a truly differentiated approach to aerospace manufacturing,” said Elevation Capital Principal Ashray Iyengar, in the release. “Their software-defined manufacturing model addresses a fundamental challenge in the industry—the need for both precision and agility in production. What impresses us most is their ability to combine cutting-edge technology with deep manufacturing expertise, creating a solution that the global aerospace supply chain desperately needs. We’re excited to partner with Vishal and Venky as they set new standards for how aerospace components are made.”
In the 18 months since its seed round, Jeh Aerospace has reportedly scaled to a team of more than 100 people, delivered more than 100,000 flight-critical components and tools, and secured $100 million in long-term contracts with global aerospace leaders.
“Jeh Aerospace exemplifies the Global Resilience opportunity we’re investing in—companies that strengthen critical supply chains through responsible innovation,” said Akarsh Shrivastava, partner at global investment and transformation company General Catalyst, in the release. “Their software-defined manufacturing approach and proven delivery demonstrate the scalable, reliable production the aerospace industry needs.
“By harnessing exceptional engineering talent with proximity to U.S. markets, Jeh is reshaping aerospace manufacturing and helping to set new global standards for excellence,” Shrivastava continued. “Vishal and Venky have built a stellar team and a strong customer-first culture over the past 18 months, and we are excited about what lies ahead for Jeh.”