Mastercam – How an Aerospace Machine Shop Tackles Complex 5‑Axis Parts – April 2026
Inside an aerospace shop built for complexity.
We recently visited Boulevard Machine in Westfield, Massachusetts – an aerospace and defense manufacturer taking on some of today’s most challenging components across aviation, defense, space, and satellite applications.
Under the leadership of Susan Kasa, President, Boulevard Machine continues to invest heavily in both people and technology to stay ahead of increasingly demanding work.
That focus comes to life on the shop floor, where Kristian Kasa, CNC Programmer, applies advanced Mastercam programming to complex, multi‑station 5‑axis parts with tight clearances and zero room for error.
Supporting that technical depth is a forward‑looking strategy led by Mark Eckstrom, Director of Business Development, helping guide investments that keep the shop competitive today, and positioned for what’s next.
From shrink‑fit tooling to fully integrated Mastercam machine simulation, this team combines skilled people, advanced programming, and smart investment to confidently tackle the toughest work.
Mastercam – Powering Aerospace & Defense with Precision: Inside Boulevard Machine – April 2026
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There’s Uncertainty, but Also General Optimism About the Year Ahead
By George O’Brien
January 4, 2024
“Commercial aerospace had come to a virtual standstill for many suppliers, and they had to reinvent the wheel for themselves. But we’re starting to see a comeback to pre-pandemic levels.”
Manufacturing in Focus
Machining The Future
November, 2023
A focus Media Group Publication
Written by Pauline Müller
“Many of our machinists
move between departments.
They’re very adept at what
they do, and they all have
enormous passion.”“Boulevard Machine is at the heart of
East Coast manufacturing action.”
MassEcon
Thursday, April 6, 2023
The 19th Annual Team Massachusetts Economic Impact Awards honored 14 companies contributing to the Massachusetts economy. These are their stories.
The Republican – MassLive
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Outlook 2023
Space is a huge market for a lot of us…
BusinessWest
Monday, January 9, 2023
Economic Outlook 2023
Talking the Talk
Roundtable Panelists Note Opportunities, Challenges for Year Ahead
The Westfield News
Gearing up for growth
Monday, October 3, 2022
Boulevard Machine Open House September 22, 2022
Boulevard Machine has new, modern facility in city
22 News WWLP.COM – Boulevard Machine Open House – September 22, 2022
Boulevard Machines in Westfield hosts an open house and car show at the new facility on 22 News – WWLP.COM
The Republican
4 WMass firms receive $556K in grants
Monday, February 14, 2022
Boulevard Machine to use $95,838 for new machine tooling equipment
HAAS VF-5SS
Video featuring Susan Kasa, Owner of Boulevard Machine and Gear
East West Exchange
Video featuring Susan Kasa, Owner of Boulevard Machine and Gear
Modern Machine Shop
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Haimer Shrink Fit Toolholders Raise Boulevard’s Feed Rates
Haimer-USA.com
Modernizing and Investing at Boulevard Machine & Gear
The Republican
SPRINGFIELD
Monday, Feb 1, 2021
In 4th quarter, Mass. GDP growth outpaced nation
Report: Sharp downturn seen from 3rd quarter
By Jim Kinney
BusinessWest.com
Boulevard Machine & Gear Moves Headquarters to Larger Space in Westfield
ACM Corporate Video
March 19, 2020
MassLive.com
Boulevard Machine & Gear graduated from Valley Venture Mentors Manufacturing Accelerator program with eye toward being the best in the world
Amp It Up! Your Future is in Manufacturing.
Video featuring Susan Kasa, Owner of Boulevard Machine and Gear
2015 Plan for Progress
The role of business in the 2015 Plan for Progress from the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission is examined by Rick Sullivan from the Economic Development Council, Susan Kasa of Boulevard Machine and Gear of Springfield, and Delcie Bean of Paragus Strategic IT in Hadley.
Boulevard Machine & Gear: Friend of SAM
Nominated by Knox Trail Sno-Riders, the 2015 Friend of SAM Award was presented to Susan Kasa owner of Boulevard Machine & Gear.
Chicopee Comp Machine Tool Technology Program
Boulevard Machine & Gear was featured in the brochure for incoming Career & Technical Education (CTE) freshman at Chicopee Comprehensive High School.
Boulevard Machine & Gear was featured in
The Gateway Magazine May 2014 Issue
Boulevard Machine & Gear was featured in The Republican
UMass, Precision Manufacturers Share Ideas at Trade Gathering
Boulevard Machine & Gear was featured in The Sunday Republican
Manufacturing had a small rebound in 2011, looks to a solid 2012
Boulevard Machine & Gear was featured in BusinessWest
Prototype for Progress Cover Story – July, 2010
As President of Boulevard Machine, Susan Kasa leads a woman‑owned manufacturing company with deep roots and a forward‑looking vision.
Building on a family business that dates back to the 1950s, Susan has grown Boulevard into a trusted partner for the defense, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing industries, where precision, reliability, and delivery are mission‑critical.
What truly sets Boulevard Machine apart is its people. Susan and her leadership team, alongside team members like Marc Eckstrom, Director of Business Development, foster a collaborative environment where machinists, programmers, and leadership work together toward a shared goal: delivering complex, high‑quality parts on time, every time.
By investing in cutting‑edge machines, ongoing training, and advanced software like Mastercam, Boulevard Machine continues to push the limits of multiaxis machining while staying ahead of customer demands.
We are proud to close out Women’s History Month by recognizing leaders like Susan Kasa and the teams they empower.