Quality
Quality certifications applicable to defense products of Elbit Systems of America®’s operating units include certifications for Software CMMI Level 3 of the SEI, ISO 9001, AS9100, and compliance with NATO AQAP requirements. In the area of commercial aviation, Elbit Systems of America® operating units hold EASA certification as well as a variety of FAA certifications including FAA Part 21 approval and FAA Part 145 approved repair station approval. In the medical equipment area, Elbit Systems of America® is certified for ISO 13485:2003, is registered with the FDA as a GMP manufacturer, and is FDA compliant with Quality Systems Regulations 21 CFR Parts 820, 803, and 806.
At Elbit Systems of America®, we are extremely diversified and as such have quality management systems certifications covering the areas below. We also meet the regulatory requirements below.
Aerospace and Defense Systems:
- AS9100
- ISO 9001
- CMMI Level 3
- NADCAP AS7003
Commercial Aviation:
- FAA Part 21 Production Certificate
- FAA Part 145 Repair Stations
- EASA Part 145 Repair Stations
Medical Devices:
- FDA compliant to 21 CFR Parts 820, 803 and 806
- ISO13485
Lean Enterprise
As part of our continuous improvement philosophy, we have adopted Lean Principles and Practices and have been on our lean journey for more than four years. We have implemented KANBAN systems with our suppliers and are working toward complete visual factories. These efforts have helped us reduce costs through waste reduction and increase customer satisfaction through high-quality and on-time delivery levels.