Our Story

How a Northern Colorado shop became a trusted name in aerospace ceramic coating.

Origins

Built for the demands of flight

ColoradoKote began with men who understood aerospace. They knew that coatings on military aircraft and commercial planes could not fail. Every layer had to hold under pressure, temperature, and time. That is what we built the company to do.

Wide-angle view of Cerakote spray application at ColoradoKote
Growth

Earned certifications that matter

We pursued AS9100 certification because aerospace demands it. Each credential represents our commitment to the standards that protect lives.

Incoming part inspection at ColoradoKote receiving station

2015

AS9100 certification achieved, establishing aerospace quality standards compliance.

Coating booth preparation for Cerakote application

2017

ISO 9001 certification completed, strengthening operational excellence across all processes.

Color matching station for precise Cerakote coating selection

2019

ITAR compliance established, enabling work on military and defense applications.

Multi-part coating setup on rack in Cerakote spray booth

2021

Expanded facility capacity to meet growing demand from major aerospace contractors.

Final inspection station for quality verification of coated parts

2023

Advanced Cerakote capabilities added, positioning us as premier coating specialists.

Mission

Why we exist

Precision coatings for aircraft that fly.

Technician operating sandblasting booth for surface preparation
Core

We protect what matters most

Every coating we apply carries weight. We understand that our work does not just improve performance—it protects the people who depend on these aircraft.

Values

What drives us forward

Four principles guide everything we do.

Close-up of precision Cerakote spray gun application technique
Quality

No shortcuts, no compromises

We inspect, test, and verify. Aerospace does not accept second best, and neither do we.

Innovation

Staying ahead of the curve

We invest in new equipment and techniques because the industry moves fast. We move faster.

Loading coated parts into walk-in curing oven
Precision thickness measurement of Cerakote coating layer
Partnership

We succeed when you succeed

Your challenges are ours. We work alongside you from quote to delivery, solving problems together.

Integrity

Honest work, honest communication

We tell you what we can do and we do it. No surprises, no excuses, no exceptions.

Before and after comparison of Cerakote coated components
Vision

Leading aerospace coating innovation

We are building the future of precision coatings for aircraft that demand more.

Forward

The industry moves, we lead it

ColoradoKote will set the standard for advanced ceramic coatings across military and commercial aviation. We are investing in capabilities that do not exist yet.

Multi-level rack system for organizing parts during coating process
Leadership

Our team

The people who built ColoradoKote came from aerospace. They still do.

Low-angle view of technician applying Cerakote coating
James Hartley
Founder, CEO

Twenty years in aerospace manufacturing. Built ColoradoKote on the principle that precision matters.

Detailed part masking before Cerakote coating application
Michael Torres
Operations Director

Former military aircraft maintenance specialist. Ensures every coating meets the standards he once demanded.

Coating consistency check on freshly applied Cerakote surface
Sarah Chen
Quality Assurance

AS9100 certified quality engineer with fifteen years in aerospace compliance and testing protocols.

Inspecting freshly applied Cerakote coating for quality
David Reeves
Lead Technician

Cerakote specialist with expertise in high-performance coatings for demanding aerospace applications.

Color verification using spectrophotometer on Cerakote coating
Rebecca Walsh
Sales Director

Connects contractors with solutions. Understands both the technical and business side of aerospace.

Multiple coated parts organized on drying rack
Thomas Garrett
Facility Manager

Manages capacity and equipment maintenance. Keeps our operation running at peak performance.

Now Hiring

Join a team that builds coatings for aircraft that matter.

What comes next

We have built something worth protecting. See what sets us apart.