Defense Industry Services
In the defense industry, technical expertise and a great product alone are not enough for success – what truly matters is the ability to meet the industry’s specific requirements, such as AQAP standards or customers’ sometimes exceptionally strict quality criteria. Our defense sector services provide your company with practical support to meet these requirements, improve production, and manage projects effectively.
The benefits are visible through smoother order-to-delivery processes, improved manufacturability and quality, and a stronger competitive position in the market. These services also support product development and aftermarket operations – allowing your company to focus on its core competencies and business growth.
Those who trust us
Accelerate Your Defense Industry Projects and Achieve Tangible Results
Our services ensure that strategically important defense industry projects stay on schedule, risks are assessed in advance, deliveries proceed without unnecessary delays, and personnel operate in line with project requirements. Semat’s client organizations in Finland and abroad have achieved significant results through our collaboration.
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Efficient project management reduces inefficiencies
In defense industry projects, schedules and requirements are strictly defined. We help identify bottlenecks and streamline processes so that resources are focused on the right things and results are achieved.
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Structured Execution of Your Project
We ensure that your project progresses as planned, from definition to delivery. Our experienced project managers bring expertise, predictability and take full responsibility for the progress of your project.
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External Project Manager as Your Accelerator
When your organization’s internal resources are fully engaged, Semat’s external project manager brings the needed extra momentum. We contribute external insight and experience gained from previous defense industry projects, acting as an accelerating support to ensure your project reaches completion without unnecessary administrative burden.
“Defense industry production is part of the security of supply and security of Finland and the surrounding areas. At Semat, we want to be involved in strengthening the preservation of critical expertise and production capacity both in our home country and in Europe. We combine project management and defense industry expertise so that defense companies can focus on their core mission – building security.”
– Pasi Niemi, Semat
This is how we can help
Manufacturing Process
We help customers productize and industrialize technical solutions efficiently, allowing them to get products to market faster, and with higher quality. The requirements of defense industry customers, such as traceability, configuration management and documentation, are included in the process from the beginning. The use of ERP and PDM systems and Lean principles brings stability and transparency to production. For your company, the development is visible in shorter lead times, better quality and lower error risks. As a result, your production runs smoothly and in accordance with requirements.
Productization
Manufacturing process
Requirements verification
Final testing
Documentation
Technology Transfer
Together with us, you build capabilities for successful technology transfer that supports the start of production in a new environment without risks. The technology transfer model covers the transfer of product, documentation, supply chain, quality and know-how - all adapted to your current capabilities. We offer support in the planning of transfer models, local manufacturing arrangements and project management. A managed transfer process saves time, reduces errors and ensures production continuity and compliance.
Technology transfer
Technology transfer models
Local manufacturing
Supply Chain Management
We help your company build a supply chain that meets AQAP and regulatory requirements from start to finish. Selecting the right suppliers, evaluating them and conducting Due Diligence processes ensure quality and traceability. Risk management, monitoring critical components and information security compliance bring predictability and stability. Your company benefits from a reliable and well-controlled supply chain that supports production efficiently and ensures that products are completed on time and according to requirements.
Supply chain management
Order-to-supply chain
Dual use
Due diligence
Logistics
We ensure your logistics meet the specific requirements of the defense industry, such as handling of weapons and government-furnished equipment (GFE) material, batch traceability, and export control. We leverage ERP and PDM systems and Lean principles to ensure material accuracy, availability and quality. Your company benefits from improved delivery reliability, schedule management and smooth material flow, supporting production and aftermarket without disruptions or regulatory risks.
Warehousing
Logistics
Government-furnished equipment (GFE)
Export permits
Import permits
Aftermarket
By developing aftermarket with us, you ensure spare parts availability, effective technical support and product upgradability. We utilize LSA and manage configurations and obsolescence management to ensure products remain operational throughout their entire lifecycle. For your company, investing in aftermarket will translate into improved customer satisfaction, additional sales opportunities, and stronger customer relationships – turning aftermarket into a strategic competitive advantage.
Lifecycle management
Spare parts and maintenance
Modernizations
Competence maintenance
Obsolescence management
Manufacturing Process
We help customers productize and industrialize technical solutions efficiently, allowing them to get products to market faster, and with higher quality. The requirements of defense industry customers, such as traceability, configuration management and documentation, are included in the process from the beginning. The use of ERP and PDM systems and Lean principles brings stability and transparency to production. For your company, the development is visible in shorter lead times, better quality and lower error risks. As a result, your production runs smoothly and in accordance with requirements.
Productization
Manufacturing process
Requirements verification
Final testing
Documentation
Technology Transfer
Together with us, you build capabilities for successful technology transfer that supports the start of production in a new environment without risks. The technology transfer model covers the transfer of product, documentation, supply chain, quality and know-how - all adapted to your current capabilities. We offer support in the planning of transfer models, local manufacturing arrangements and project management. A managed transfer process saves time, reduces errors and ensures production continuity and compliance.
Technology transfer
Technology transfer models
Local manufacturing
Supply Chain Management
We help your company build a supply chain that meets AQAP and regulatory requirements from start to finish. Selecting the right suppliers, evaluating them and conducting Due Diligence processes ensure quality and traceability. Risk management, monitoring critical components and information security compliance bring predictability and stability. Your company benefits from a reliable and well-controlled supply chain that supports production efficiently and ensures that products are completed on time and according to requirements.
Supply chain management
Order-to-supply chain
Dual use
Due diligence
Logistics
We ensure your logistics meet the specific requirements of the defense industry, such as handling of weapons and government-furnished equipment (GFE) material, batch traceability, and export control. We leverage ERP and PDM systems and Lean principles to ensure material accuracy, availability and quality. Your company benefits from improved delivery reliability, schedule management and smooth material flow, supporting production and aftermarket without disruptions or regulatory risks.
Warehousing
Logistics
Government-furnished equipment (GFE)
Export permits
Import permits
Aftermarket
By developing aftermarket with us, you ensure spare parts availability, effective technical support and product upgradability. We utilize LSA and manage configurations and obsolescence management to ensure products remain operational throughout their entire lifecycle. For your company, investing in aftermarket will translate into improved customer satisfaction, additional sales opportunities, and stronger customer relationships – turning aftermarket into a strategic competitive advantage.
Lifecycle management
Spare parts and maintenance
Modernizations
Competence maintenance
Obsolescence management
Looking for an Experienced Partner for Your Defense Industry Project?
Tell us about your project’s goals and current situation – we’ll help you take it across the finish line.
Meet our creators
Pasi Niemi
Vice President, Project Business
Over 30 years of experience in the Defense Forces and international defense industry in leadership roles in production and aftermarket. Strong strategic and operational expertise with the ability to manage complex entities.
SPECIAL EXPERTISE:
- Industrialization & Production Development
- Aftermarket services
- Technology transfer
- Quality management
- Lean, 6S
Janne Jarva
Senior Project Manager
Over 15 years of experience in leadership roles in defense industry production and aftermarket. Excellent understanding of production, logistics, and organizing maintenance, repair, and modernization projects internationally.
SPECIAL EXPERTISE:
- Aftermarket services
- Retrofits
- Production and productivity development
- Logistics
- Lean, 6S
Tomi Saari
Project Manager
Over 25 years of experience in manufacturing industry, including 10 years in defense industry focusing on technology transfer, local manufacturing, procurement, and quality. Strong ability to manage large-scale operations.
SPECIAL EXPERTISE:
- Technology transfer and local manufacturing
- Procurement and supplier collaboration
- Production Quality Management
- Lean, 6S
Simo Saarenkanta
Project manager
Nearly 30 years in defense industry product development and design for vehicles and firearms, with strong leadership, strategic expertise, and proven ability to manage complex projects and large-scale operations effectively.
SPECIAL EXPERTISE:
- Product development
- Management of product development and design, including project operations
- Product development and configuration management processes (ISO 10007)
- NATO standards (e.g., AQAP 2110) and nomenclature
Ismo Lippojoki
Project Manager
Over 30 years of experience in international product development as a designer and project manager. Strong technical expertise combined with project management skills. Specialized in air purification technology and electrostatic filtration.
SPECIAL EXPERTISE:
- Product development, including electronics
- Requirements specification
- Standards (e.g., ISO 10007)
Heikki Laaksonen
Project Director
Over 15 years of experience with communication devices and systems for official and military use, including specification, development, and testing. Ability to lead product development projects.
SPECIAL EXPERTISE:
- Requirements management
- Product development projects
- Customer interface collaboration
Jukka Mikkonen
Project Manager
Over 20 years of experience in defense industry production, design, and prototype manufacturing. Deep expertise in developing prototype production and productization processes. Ability to develop and lead operational activities.
SPECIAL EXPERTISE:
- Production planning & management
- Prototype production and productization
- Product and change management, including retrofits
- Project planning and tracking (MS Project, Oracle Primavera P6)
- 6S, Lean
Semat is a trusted partner for defense industry projects.
We combine strong project expertise, risk management, and supply chain know-how to ensure that critical defense industry projects progress reliably and in a controlled manner from product development to production.
