Who We Are
Engineering Confidence into Every Solution.
Our Mission:
At Millspaw Electronics, our mission is to deliver tailored, high-reliability engineering solutions that exceed industry standards and client expectations — from prototype to production.
Overview:
Founded by engineers with decades of field experience, Millspaw Electronics is a small business specializing in Instrumentation & Control (I&C) systems, reverse engineering, commercial grade dedication, and electronics refurbishment. We proudly serve government and regulated industries where performance, compliance, and trust are non-negotiable.
Built for Compliance.
Our work meets or exceeds the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance in the engineering and electronics industries.
NIST 800-171
Cybersecurity for Controlled Unclassified Info
10 CFR 50 App. B
Nuclear QA Regulatory Compliance
CMMC Level 2 Audited
Advanced Cybersecurity Compliance
IPC610 compliant
High-standard electronic assembly quality compliance
Our Leadership
Sam Millspaw
Founder & Principal Engineer
Sam Millspaw founded Millspaw Electronics in 2019 with a vision to provide high-quality, reliable solutions for obsolete and custom electronics—particularly in the nuclear industry. He began his career as a Procurement Engineer at Bechtel, supporting the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, where he developed a deep understanding of rigorous quality and regulatory requirements.
He went to work for ATC (now part of Paragon Energy Solutions) and served as Lead Repair Engineer, where he specialized in component repair and reverse engineering for safety-critical systems. Sam’s background spans the commercial, medical, and nuclear sectors, giving him a broad perspective and practical experience that guides Millspaw Electronics today.
As an engineer-led company, Millspaw Electronics reflects Sam’s commitment to technical excellence, transparent communication, and delivering dependable solutions for the most demanding environments.
Stephen Hayes
Senior Engineer
Stephen Hayes joined Millspaw Electronics in 2022 and serves as the company’s Senior Engineer, bringing a strong background in nuclear instrumentation and controls (I&C), industrial product development, and reverse engineering.
Prior to joining Millspaw, Stephen worked at Paragon Energy Solutions, where he gained hands-on experience supporting nuclear I&C systems. He also spent six years in the industrial sector, focusing on product development and control systems—skills that now inform his approach to designing reliable, custom-engineered solutions for legacy systems.
At Millspaw Electronics, Stephen leads product design and reverse engineering initiatives while also providing technical oversight under the company’s NQA-1, 10CFR50 Appendix B quality assurance program. His leadership ensures that all engineering work meets the highest standards of performance, traceability, and regulatory compliance.
Leigh Skorupskas
Vice President
Leigh Skorupskas joined Millspaw Electronics in 2023 and quickly became an integral part of the leadership team. With a diverse background and a sharp strategic focus, Leigh played a key role in building and implementing the company’s NQA-1, 10CFR50 Appendix B quality assurance program—laying a strong foundation for Millspaw’s continued success in the nuclear sector.
Her role has since expanded to encompass business development, operations, and long-term growth strategy. Leigh brings a unique perspective that complements the company’s engineering leadership, helping bridge technical execution with customer engagement and strategic planning. Her ability to wear many hats ensures Millspaw Electronics stays agile, client-focused, and well-positioned for continued growth.
Core Values
Compliance-Driven
We meet or exceed CMMC Level 2 Audited, IPC610 compliant, NIST 800-171, and 10 CFR 50 App. B standards.
Precision Engineering
Every solution is rigorously designed to meet demanding technical specs.
Client Partnership
We collaborate closely to ensure tailored outcomes and long-term value.
Mission-Ready
We understand the high-stakes environments our systems support.
Partner Driven Solutions
Partner-Driven Solutions
Our dedicated team thrives on collaboration with respected industry partners, combining expertise and innovative thinking to ensure operational continuity and safety.
We believe strongly in teamwork, not competition. Our goal isn’t merely business growth—it’s about jointly finding solutions that benefit the entire industry. By extending the lifespan of legacy equipment, we enhance operational efficiency, promote sustainability, and reduce costs across the sector.
Client: Nuclear Power Plant
Millspaw Electronics supported a Nuclear Power Plant by repairing critical power supplies during a scheduled outage.
Capabilities: The team applied safety-related repair protocols, resolved prior vendor issues, and gathered data to support potential future reverse engineering.
Outcome: Millspaw delivered ahead of schedule with restored, compliant units and set the stage for long-term sustainment planning.
Client: Steam Electric Station
Millspaw Electronics supported a Steam Electric Station with an urgent safety-critical repair after a Rochester isolator card suffered extensive thermal damage.
Capabilities: The team utilized reverse engineering, Commercial Grade Dedication (CGD), and custom board manufacturing to restore full functionality without OEM documentation.
Outcome: Millspaw delivered a fully functional replacement board, enabled faster future repairs, and helped the client save on non-recurring engineering costs.