Focus more on your core competencies while we handle the behind-the-scenes work. At Unitek Technical Services, we offer various performance management services to help you enhance your supply chain.
Our services are especially vital to the aerospace industry, which faces a blend of extensive regulatory and compliance needs with additional challenges like supply chain disruptions and material shortages. We have the expertise to improve supplier performance and help you get the required products.
Top Challenges Facing Aerospace Supply Chains Today
Aerospace supply chains face several unique challenges, including:
- Regulatory: Aerospace component manufacturers must have certified Aerospace Standard (AS) 9100 quality management systems.
- Labor: Given the high level of expertise required in this industry, many supply chains face labor shortages and skills gaps, particularly in aerospace quality assurance and engineering roles.
- Speed: This industry changes rapidly, requiring accelerated production to keep up with the latest innovations. Meanwhile, production processes must maintain the same level of safety and reliability.
- Supply: Aircraft structures and components call for specialty materials like titanium, aluminum and advanced alloys. These materials are challenging to source, especially in a world facing trade barriers.
How Our Services Address Aerospace Industry Challenges
We specialize in supply chain management services for the most complex environments. Aerospace is one of our primary service areas for this reason. We can help advance your supply chain for aircraft, spacecraft and launch vehicles. Here’s an overview of our services.
Product Verification
Meet stringent regulatory and customer requirements for each part and assembly, such as AS9102 and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) conformity. We provide a range of aerospace product verification services, including source inspections, conformity inspections and first article inspections (FAI) according to AS9102.
Audits and Surveys
Regular aerospace quality audits and supplier assessments are critical for maintaining certifications and compliance with AS9100, FAA and DoD regulations. Our services include quality management system (QMS) audits, process and product audits, supplier surveys, and other tasks to evaluate your suppliers. By identifying their current status and any gaps, you can find areas for improvement.
Supplier Development
Streamline complex, global aerospace supply chains for consistent compliance, risk reduction and continuous improvement. Our aerospace supplier development services can help identify gaps and create a smoother supply chain through tasks like root cause analysis and test engineering.
Supply Chain Management
Aerospace supply chains are particularly prone to disruption and long lead times. Our services include capability and capacity assessments to help qualify suppliers. We can also help move projects back on track, proactively identify bottlenecks and support new aircraft programs.
Technical Support
We offer technical support services, including designated supplier quality representative (DSQR) programs. These programs are common in aerospace to meet strict standards for product quality. Other services include supplier scorecarding to monitor suppliers and specification compliance assistance for products and processes.
Why Partner With Us for Aerospace Supply Chain Success?
We have the expertise necessary to serve your complex industry. Most of our management staff have served Unitek Technical Services for many years. Our Technical Specialists bring over 20 years of experience. Most hold specialized certifications for the particular industries they serve.
When you work with us, you will get a dedicated product manager and online services through Launchpad, our secure online portal, to give you consistent access to the support you need. We focus on catching issues early in your production process for enhanced compliance and a more effective supply chain. Our client testimonials demonstrate the results we have achieved on behalf of others in your industry.
Strengthen Your Aerospace Supply Chain With Us
Rely on us for aerospace supply chain management services. We bring the technical expertise your industry requires and offer a wide range of services to enhance your supply chain. Contact us online to discuss your needs with our team.
