RBC Aerostructures Expanding its Oconee County Operations

RBC Aerostructures, a provider of control rods and precision machined parts to aerospace and defense customers, is expanding its existing Oconee County operations. The company’s $3.8 million investment is expected to create 22 new jobs over the next five years.

“The opportunities to expand our business and create job growth have been many since moving to South Carolina in 2014. It’s an exciting time for RBC Aerostructures,” Stan Griffis, RBC Aerostructures Director of Operations. “We expect to triple our base business over the next five years and continue to be a contributor to the growth of the South Carolina economy.”

RBC Aerostructures is an international manufacturer and marketer of highly-engineered control rods, swaged tubes and precision-machined parts integral to the operation of fixed and rotary-winged aircraft systems. Its parent company, RBC Bearings Incorporated (NASDAQ: ROLL), has broadened its market reach with 36 manufacturing facilities in six countries.

Located at 123 Commerce Way in Westminster, S.C., the company will be expanding its existing manufacturing facility by 13,500 square feet and will also be adding new equipment. Hiring for the new positions will begin in the coming weeks, and interested applicants should contact KVeal@rbcbearings.com.

“South Carolina’s workforce continues to demonstrate unmatched excellence, especially in our growing aerospace sector; and, as a result, companies like RBC Aerostructures are strengthening their commitment to our state, said South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster.  I congratulate this innovative firm and look forward to watching them continue to thrive in South Carolina.”