NADCAP Consulting & NADCAP Certification Assessment - Special Process Assessments in accordance with the technical requirements of the aerospace industry, qualifying suppliers to participate in the global supply chains of Boeing, Airbus, GE, Rolls-Ro

NADCAP Consulting & NADCAP Certification Assessment – Special Process Assessments
In the aerospace industry, meeting high technical standards and specific certification requirements is a prerequisite for participating in the global supply chain.
NADCAP (National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program) is an international accreditation and certification program for Special Processes, including welding, heat treatment, plating, surface coating, non-destructive testing (NDT), machining, and more.

We are proud to offer consulting, internal auditing, and certification support services for NADCAP accreditation, helping manufacturers of automotive components, mechanical parts, and aerospace components get ready to join the supply chains of the world’s leading aerospace and defense corporations.

Scope of NADCAP Consulting & Certification Services:

We provide NADCAP consulting and auditing for the following processes (and related auxiliary processes):

• Welding

• Heat Treatment

• Plating / Surface Treatment

• NDT (Non-Destructive Testing)

• Bonding / Adhesives

• Precision Machining / Finishing

• Casting & Die Casting

• Other special processes required by the aerospace supply chain (e.g., vacuum heat treatment, plasma treatment, etc.)

NADCAP Consulting & Assessment Process by VINTECOM International

(Designed following the AIAG CQI model but specialized according to NADCAP standards)

1. Gap Analysis

• Collect documents and perform on-site inspection of special processes.

• Output: Gap report identifying unmet NADCAP requirements.

2. Action Plan Development

• Identify root causes, propose CAPA measures, and assign responsibilities.

• Output: Detailed action plan with a clear improvement timeline.

3. System & Technical Documentation Standardization

• Develop SOPs, work instructions, inspection guidelines, CAPA forms, and process control templates.

• Output: A complete documentation system meeting NADCAP requirements.

4. Personnel Training & Competence Building

• Train operation, QC, and maintenance personnel on NADCAP requirements and process techniques.

• Output: Personnel who fully understand and correctly implement process requirements.

5. Internal Pre-Audit

• Conduct internal assessments using NADCAP checklists to identify potential NCRs.

• Output: NCR list and completed corrective action reports prior to the official audit.

6. Official NADCAP Audit Support

• Provide full support during the auditor’s assessment, including NCR responses and CAPA follow-up.

• Output: Successful NADCAP certification for the audited processes.

7. Continuous Improvement & Certification Maintenance

• Support periodic audits, process improvements, and standard updates.

• Output: Sustainable NADCAP certification and improved production performance.

Who Should Apply for NADCAP?

• Manufacturers of mechanical parts and high-precision components.

• Surface treatment, plating, coating, electroplating, and heat treatment workshops aiming to join the aerospace supply chain.

• Machining facilities that require special process control.

• Companies already certified to ISO 9001 / AS9100 seeking to upgrade their technical capabilities to meet NADCAP requirements.

Benefits of Our NADCAP Consulting Services

• Save time and costs by identifying and correcting issues before the official audit.

• Increase the first-time pass rate of NADCAP audits (reduce NCRs).

• Enhance organizational technical capabilities and production processes.

• Maintain eligibility to participate in global supply chains.

• Receive long-term support and partnership after certification.

✅ VINTECOM International’s consulting, training, and auditing experts are fully qualified with at least 10 years of quality management experience, having worked with FDI enterprises and global manufacturing corporations such as BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Hyundai, Bosch, Nidec, Hyosung, Olympus, Samsung, and LG.
They are experienced trainers and auditors with in-depth knowledge of productivity and quality management tools to improve and enhance special processes such as NADCAP, AIAG CQIxx, AS 9100, VDA 6.3, IATF 16949, PSCR, 5 Core Tools, Lean Six Sigma, 8D, 7 Muda, TPM, and more.