JW Hill Capital

JW Hill Capital is a private equity firm based in Newport Beach, California, specializing in investments in small- to lower-middle market companies. Founded in 2011, the firm focuses on corporate divestitures, owner liquidity, add-on acquisitions, growth equity, management buy-outs, strategic acquisitions, and recapitalizations. It primarily targets distressed or special situations in sectors such as manufacturing, value-added distribution, aerospace, defense, nuclear, energy, medical devices, and electronics. Specific investment interests include electrical components, RF/microwave electronics, electromechanical systems, aircraft systems, and precision manufacturing. JW Hill Capital typically seeks companies with an EBITDA between $2 million and $10 million and prefers investments in North America, particularly in the Southwest United States. The firm takes control equity investments but also considers minority stakes, emphasizing long-term value creation and sustainable earnings growth.

John W. Hill

Managing Partner

Neal C. Nordstrom

Operating Partner

3 past transactions

Performance Plastics

Acquisition in 2021
Performance Plastics, Ltd. is a manufacturer of plastic components, specializing in injection molded high-performance plastic parts. Founded in 1982 and located in Cincinnati, Ohio, the company serves a diverse range of industries, including medical devices, drug delivery, energy, aerospace and defense, industrial applications, electronics, and food and beverage sectors. In addition to its manufacturing capabilities, Performance Plastics offers liquid crystal polymer resins and plastic molding services, catering to both domestic and international markets.

Angeles Composite Technologies

Acquisition in 2019
Angeles Composite Technologies, founded in 1996 and located on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington, specializes in manufacturing and supplying advanced structural composite assemblies and components for the global commercial and military aerospace markets. With a state-of-the-art facility spanning over 75,000 square feet, the company produces a range of products, including large, fiber-reinforced shims, machined components, sub-assemblies, seals, and gaskets. In addition to its manufacturing capabilities, Angeles Composite Technologies offers services such as routing, painting, finishing, and testing, along with a comprehensive spares and repair program to support its clients.

GKN Aerospace Bandy Machining

Acquisition in 2017
Bandy Machining, Burbank is recognized as a supplier of standard and custom hinges to the aerospace industry.
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