Machine Qualification
Explore Our Four MQS Modules • Precision at Every Stage
Our Machine Qualification Services (MQS) ensure additive manufacturing systems meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, and regulatory compliance. Through four structured qualification modules, we validate machine capabilities, optimize production consistency, and provide the confidence needed to manufacture certified, high-quality aerospace components.
Machine Assessment
Assessing Aviation Qualification Readiness
- Machine Assessment (Product: MQS-Assessment)
Review of one machine type: Assessment of machine features against the current EASA Part-21/G machine qualification requirements. Delivery of a gap list and proposed specification items to address identified gaps.
Duration: 1 day
Workshop with your Development & Engineering Team, facilitated by AAMC Expert staff on-site or remote.
Duration: 2 days
- Training in Aviation Regulations (Product: TES-AAMC-Part-21/G)
Training on EASA Aviation Regulation with focus on Part-21/G Production certification. Delivered by AAMC Expert staff up to 8 participants on-site.
Duration: 1 day
Development Support
Engineering the Next Generation of Aviation AM Systems
- Machine Development Support (Product: MQS-Specifications)
Consultation and support to derive requirements for the development of your next-generation production machine that integrates aviation qualification requirements (machine features).
Includes:
- Assessment of the machine features using specialized Aviation Industry knowledge
- Gap analysis of the current machine features
- Support to define Specification Points for the next machine generation
- Review of the machine prototype and the final machine design
Participation in Engineering meetings:
- Kick-/off Initial Technical Coordination Meeting (ITCM)
- Preliminary Design Review (PDR)
- Design Freeze Review (DFR)
- Project Completion Meeting
Machine Qualification
Qualifying Production Systems for Certified Aviation
- Machine Qualification at Facility (Product: MQS-QM)
Qualification of one machine type within your facility under the approved AAMC Aviation Quality Management System.
Includes:
- Support to set up a dedicated Aviation-certified production space at an internal or external location, in accordance with Aviation certification requirements and the installation conditions of the production system.
- Integration of the production space and machine into The Aviation AM Centre's EASA Production Approval, including extension of the AAMC-QMS with its production processes and authorized personnel.
- Adaptation and Audit of your QMS and facility to comply with AAMC's certified Quality Management System, including material management, qualified personnel, and quality assurance processes.
- Development of a suitable Machine Qualification Program (e.g., machine functional test geometries).
- Demonstration of an exemplary production order under AAMC's Aviation QMS
This service aims to qualify your machine under AAMC's Quality Management System.
Duration: 4-9 months, depending on facility readiness.
- Training in QMS
2-day training on AAMC's EASA-approved Quality Management System and Quality Management Documentation, including:
AAMC POE (Handbook), AAMC Procedures, AAMC Forms, EASA Form 1 Issuance, Up to 8 participants on-site
Duration: 2 days
Audit
Verifying Compliance. Enabling Certification.
- Certification Audit at Facility (Product: PPQS-Audit)
Audit of your facility and relevant QM-System elements against current EASA Part-21/G regulation to obtain a Supplier Qualification Approval under AAMC's Aviation Quality Management System.
Audit by AAMC's experts, including issuance of an audit report with findings and proposed remedial actions.
Project duration is dependent on the availability and readiness of the facility, staff availability, and the Aviation Authority personnel's availability for audits.
This service aims to qualify your facility & machine under AAMC'S Quality Management System and to produce a certified aviation part in accordance with Aviation regulation and obtain the capability to issue parts with an EASA Form 1 Airworthiness Release Certificate.