Subcontracting Growth Position RPS as a subcontractor to larger aerospace engineering and manufacturing firms, leveraging the aerospace focus and benchmark peers to win pilot contracts and build credibility with big players.

IT Modernization Leverage the current lightweight tech footprint (Apache HTTP Server) to offer modernization services, cloud hosting, cybersecurity, and manufacturing software that improve reliability and compliance.

Regional Focus With a small team based in Ithaca, pursue agile, high-margin projects with regional aerospace suppliers, delivering quick turnarounds and scalable onboarding before chasing larger national opportunities.

Financial Health The revenue range suggests early-stage scale; pursue value-driven, pilot engagements and favorable terms to demonstrate ROI and reduce buyer risk.

Niche Differentiation Differentiate through customization and speed in niche aerospace component manufacturing, targeting specialized contracts where larger firms struggle to match responsiveness.