Whelen Engineering Information

Whelen Engineering is a family-owned company with a pioneering spirit and a passion to protect the lives of those who protect and serve others. Our mission is to provide industry-defining safety solutions around the world, while creating a community of problem-solvers who are inspired to push boundaries and continue our legacy of delivering ground-breaking innovation. As a global leader in the emergency warning industry, Whelen has been trusted to perform since 1952. It all started in a garage when George Whelen III invented the first rotating aviation beacon thereby spurring the company’s launch and eventual dominance in the automotive safety lighting industry. Whelen now encompasses two state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Connecticut and New Hampshire with over 1,200 employees and the largest design staff in the industry. Every part of every Whelen product is proudly designed and manufactured in America and tested on-site to meet the toughest industry certifications. Our dedicated employees have ensured the growth and expansion of the company over the past six decades. Through continuous innovation, high-quality engineering, and an enduring commitment to saving the lives of those who protect and save others, our employees have made Whelen the leader of designing and manufacturing emergency warning equipment for automotive, aviation, and mass notification industries worldwide. As a family-owned company with deep roots in the local community, Whelen remains dedicated to its employees and empowers each person to be the best version of themselves. We strive to deliver superior value and service to our customers while accelerating the speed of innovation and pursuing opportunities for profitable growth and diversification. On the road, in the air, and around the world, Whelen is trusted to be seen, trusted to be heard, trusted to perform.