Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Engineering Solutions for Product Development
Core Source Technologies has evolved over two decades from a local North American outsourcing partner into a full turnkey engineering solutions provider. Our multi-faceted design team leverages extensive experience to accelerate product development timelines while maintaining uncompromising quality. With expanded facilities accommodating prototype and low-volume production needs, we integrate seamlessly into any phase of the new product development lifecycle. Our values center on people as our competitive edge, integrity as our foundation, and quality as our paramount deliverable.Our 10,000-square-foot facility features specialized model shops for prototyping, electronic assembly, and secure client-dedicated material control. By combining cutting-edge tools with refined methodologies, we reduce time-to-market and in-house operational costs while safeguarding client intellectual property. Our team of experts includes seasoned professionals in mechanical engineering, hardware development, PCB design, and regulatory compliance, supported by strategic partnerships with industry-leading technology providers.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Hardware Engineering
PCB Design
Supply Chain Management
Rapid Prototyping
Low Volume Production
Regulatory Compliance
Integration & Testing
Electronic Enclosures
Custom Power Supplies
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of engineering expertise across mechanical, hardware, and PCB design disciplines
- Our full turnkey solutions integrate seamlessly into any product development lifecycle phase
- We maintain secure, client-dedicated areas within our 10,000 sq ft specialized facility
- Our team quickly implements new projects while preserving client intellectual property rights
- We combine ISO-certified quality management with advanced engineering methodologies
What people say
Successful design
Short time constraints
Working boards
Complex design
Incredible people
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Our mechanical engineering services encompass 3D CAD modeling, thermal and structural analysis, and electronics packaging in sheet metal, molded plastics, and castings. We provide complete documentation packages and client design reviews using industry-standard tools like SolidWorks and PTC Creo. Our expertise extends to EMI shielding, flex circuit design, and prototype fabrication for emerging technologies.
Hardware Engineering
We deliver comprehensive hardware engineering solutions including analog/digital design, RF circuits, and embedded software development. Our team specializes in high-reliability systems for military and medical applications, with expertise in power supply design, MTBF analysis, and FPGA development. We utilize advanced tools like Cadence Allegro and Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout guidance.
PCB Design
Our PCB design services handle complex layouts from 0.35mm uBGA to 2200+ pin BGAs with controlled impedance and high-speed signaling. We support DDR memory interfaces, flex/rigid-flex circuits, and power supply designs. Using Cadence, OrCAD, and Altium tools, we provide design rule checking, library development, and manufacturing-ready documentation in IPC-2581 and ODB++ formats.
Supply Chain Management
We optimize supply chains through component selection, availability checks, and supplier negotiations. Our services include DFMA analysis, inventory management, and kitting coordination with contract manufacturers. We mitigate risks through component obsolescence checks, market trend analysis, and cost optimization strategies for both prototype and high-volume production requirements.
Rapid Prototyping
Our rapid prototyping services include PCB assembly, mechanical fabrication, and test fixture development. We support electrical debugging, reverse engineering, and regulatory compliance testing in our specialized facility. With DFX analysis and BOM management, we accelerate the transition from concept to functional prototypes while maintaining quality standards for subsequent low-volume production.
People
Rod Bullard
Owner
As Owner, Rod Bullard oversees strategic direction while maintaining CST's commitment to engineering excellence. With deep industry knowledge, he ensures alignment between business objectives and technical execution across all client projects.
Dave Fries
President & CEO
President & CEO Dave Fries leads daily operations and client relations. He drives organizational growth while maintaining focus on CST's core values of integrity, quality, and innovative engineering solutions for product development.
Joel Price
VP of Product Innovation
VP of Product Innovation Joel Price spearheads technology advancement initiatives. He identifies emerging engineering trends and integrates new methodologies to maintain CST's position at the forefront of product development innovation.
Jim Shaffer
Principal PCB Designer
Principal PCB Designer Jim Shaffer leads circuit design efforts with expertise in high-complexity layouts. He ensures technical excellence in PCB development while mentoring team members on advanced design techniques and industry standards.
Mark Gordon
ISO / QMS Manager
ISO / QMS Manager Mark Gordon maintains quality management systems and compliance frameworks. He ensures adherence to industry standards while continuously improving processes to guarantee consistent delivery of high-quality engineering solutions.
Questions
What engineering services does CST specialize in?
CST specializes in mechanical engineering, hardware development, PCB design, supply chain management, rapid prototyping, and regulatory compliance for diverse industries.
How does CST accelerate product development timelines?
We combine 20+ years of engineering expertise with advanced methodologies and tools to reduce development cycles while maintaining quality and client IP ownership.
Can CST handle complex design projects?
Yes, our team has proven success delivering complex designs on first pass, including military-grade electronics, medical devices, and VR systems.
What industries does CST serve?
We serve military, medical, industrial, consumer electronics, and commercial sectors with customized engineering solutions tailored to specific industry requirements.
What facility resources does CST have available?
Our 10,000 sq ft facility includes specialized model shops for prototyping, electronic assembly areas, and secure client-dedicated material control zones.
