Additive Manufacturing for Rocket Engines Market Report 2026

The additive manufacturing for rocket engines market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $2.69 billion in 2025 to $3.17 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to early adoption of 3D printing technologies in aerospace, rising demand for lightweight rocket components, focus on reducing production costs and lead times, development of metal powder materials suitable for engine components, successful implementation of additive manufacturing in small-scale engine prototypes.

The additive manufacturing for rocket engines market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.11 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing investment in next-generation rocket programs, expansion of 3D printing capabilities for complex engine geometries, growing emphasis on performance optimization and weight reduction, adoption of additive manufacturing by commercial space companies, integration of digital design and simulation tools to enhance manufacturing efficiency. Major trends in the forecast period include growing demand for additive manufacturing to reduce engine part weight, increasing adoption of am for rapid prototyping of rocket components, rising use of complex geometries to improve propulsion efficiency, expansion of reusable launch vehicle programs requiring am parts, higher reliance on high-performance alloys for extreme thermal loads.

The rising demand for commercial space launch services is expected to drive the growth of the additive manufacturing for rocket engines market going forward. Commercial space launch services involve privately offered rocket launches that deliver satellites, cargo, or crew into space for various clients, providing cost-effective and reliable alternatives to government-operated launches. This demand is fueled by increased private sector investment in satellite-based communication and Earth observation, leading companies to plan more frequent missions. Additive manufacturing for rocket engines supports commercial space launch services by enabling the creation of lightweight, complex components, enhancing engine performance and fuel efficiency. It also reduces production time and costs, speeding up launch schedules and improving overall mission reliability. For example, in November 2024, the Federal Aviation Administration, a US federal agency, reported that commercial space operations grew by over 30% in 2023 to reach 148 launches, with projections indicating this number will more than double by 2028. Thus, the increasing demand for commercial space launch services is fueling the growth of the additive manufacturing for rocket engines market.

Leading companies in the additive manufacturing for rocket engines market are focusing on advancing technologies such as 3D printing additive manufacturing systems to improve production scalability, cut costs, and boost performance of rocket engine components. These 3D printing systems build parts layer by layer from digital designs, enabling complex, efficient, and rapid manufacturing. For instance, in June 2025, Innospace, a South Korea-based aerospace and defense company, launched an advanced in-house 3D printing division dedicated to manufacturing rocket engines and key components for its space launch vehicles using proprietary metal additive manufacturing technology. This initiative is expected to enhance competitiveness by enabling faster, more precise, and cost-effective production, potentially reducing manufacturing costs by up to 50% compared to traditional methods. The division manages all production stages, from design to quality verification, and has already produced 13 critical parts, including oxidizer pumps for the HANBIT launch vehicle.

In July 2023, L3Harris Technologies Inc., a US-based aerospace and defense technology firm, acquired Aerojet Rocketdyne Holdings Inc. for $4.7 billion. Through this acquisition, L3Harris aims to strengthen its propulsion capabilities by incorporating Aerojet Rocketdyne’s expertise in rocket engines and energetics, bolstering its position in missile defense, hypersonics, and space propulsion. Aerojet Rocketdyne Holdings Inc., a US aerospace and defense company, utilizes additive manufacturing to enhance rocket engine performance, reduce costs, and speed up production.

Major companies operating in the additive manufacturing for rocket engines market are Northrop Grumman Corporation, General Electric Company, L3Harris Technologies Inc., TRUMPF SE + Co. KG, Space Exploration Technologies Corp., Blue Origin Enterprises L.P., DMG MORI Aktiengesellschaft, United Launch Alliance LLC (ULA), RUAG Holding AG, Sierra Space Corporation, Rocket Lab USA Inc., Firefly Aerospace Inc., MT Aerospace AG, Velo3D Inc., Gilmour Space Technologies Pty Ltd., Ursa Major Technologies Inc., Orbex Ltd., Sintavia LLC, Vast Space Corp., EOS GmbH, Equatorial Space Systems Pty Ltd., Skyrora Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the additive manufacturing for rocket engines market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the additive manufacturing for rocket engines market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs on metal powders, advanced 3D printing equipment, and high-performance alloys have raised production costs in the additive manufacturing for rocket engines market, particularly impacting aerospace and defense manufacturers reliant on imported superalloys and precision machinery. North America and Europe face significant delays due to restricted supply flows, while Asia-Pacific’s AM supply chain experiences cost pressures. However, tariffs are also encouraging domestic material production, local printer manufacturing, and long-term investments in regional additive manufacturing ecosystems, strengthening supply resilience.

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Additive manufacturing for rocket engines refers to the technique of producing intricate engine components by layering metal powders or other materials using 3D printing technologies. This method allows for the fabrication of complex geometries that are challenging or unfeasible with traditional manufacturing processes. The primary goal is to reduce production time, cost, and weight while enhancing performance and design flexibility.

The main materials used in additive manufacturing for rocket engines include metals, polymers, ceramics, and others. Metals used in this process consist of powders or wires that are fused layer by layer to create engine parts. This technique employs various technologies such as selective laser melting, electron beam melting, fused deposition modeling, among others. It supports diverse applications including prototyping, production, and research and development (R&D), serving key end users like aerospace, defense, and others.

The countries covered in the additive manufacturing for rocket engines market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The additive manufacturing for rocket engines market consists of sales of 3D-printed combustion chambers, 3D-printed injector heads, additively manufactured turbopump components, 3D-printed nozzles, lightweight structural components, and 3D-printed fuel manifolds. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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