The Nadcap Structure
The Nadcap Structure
35 Years of Successful Industry Collaboration
Nadcap is an industry-managed program that brings together companies and suppliers in the Aviation, Defense, and Space (ADS) sectors to oversee accreditation for critical processes.
At the core of the program is the Nadcap Management Council (NMC), provides leadership, sets program direction, and oversees the work of the Task Groups.
Each Task Group focuses on a specific accreditation area, ensuring rigorous technical oversight. Comprised of industry experts from subscribing companies and suppliers, these groups develop Audit Criteria, review audit results, and maintain accreditation requirements to uphold industry standards.
Nadcap Management Council (NMC)
The role of the NMC members is to speak for the needs of the global aviation, defense and space industry and their organizations in promoting teamwork, facilitating consensus, focusing on quality and ensuring the Nadcap program is robust and representative, from a management perspective.
- Made up of senior quality leaders from industry
- Oversees the operation of Nadcap
- Establishes and implements policies and procedures
- Coordinates and develops the Task Groups
- Identifies, develops and deploys improvements
Committees
Metrics Committee
Members of the Metrics committee monitor the health of the Nadcap accreditation program and manage a framework for responding to Task Group and NMC requests for analysis to determine the effects of proposed strategic initiatives. This is achieved by establishing measureable goals and consistently reviewing the program’s progress in achieving set goals. In addition to the necessary data analysis, they also assist the NMC in developing strategic improvements and recovery plans.
Oversight Committee
This committee is tasked with overseeing the operation of the Nadcap program from a customer perspective, verifying that the Nadcap process is compliant to all procedural documents and continues to achieve its objectives relative to customer expectation.
Continuous Improvement Committee
The Continuous Improvement Committee is responsible for establishing and maintaining effective continuous improvement initiatives within the Nadcap program. The committee utilizes key tools and proven methodologies to identify opportunities for enhancement, drive process consistency, and build additional quality into program operations. By analyzing program data, stakeholder feedback, and performance trends, the committee recommends actionable changes that add value for all Nadcap participants. In alignment with the NMC and other Standing Committees, the Continuous Improvement Committee plays a critical role in sustaining the relevance and effectiveness of Nadcap by ensuring it continually evolves to meet the needs of a dynamic, global aerospace industry.
Ethics & Appeals Committee
In order to ensure the effectiveness of the Nadcap program, the NMC has an established Ethics & Appeals Committee, which has formalized a standard Ethics & Appeal process for all program participants. The committee is tasked with finding appropriate resolutions on any appeals that arise through the established process. In addition, they also promote awareness of common issues raised from program Suppliers and Subscribers.
Globalization & Strategy Committee
Participants in the Globalization & Strategy Committee work to develop the future vision for Nadcap. This includes development of potential new task groups as well as liaising with other global quality programs, all with a goal of continuing to add value to the Nadcap program for all stakeholders.
Standardization Committee
The NMC Standardization Committee is continually reviewing the Nadcap Task Group functions to better understand operational differences and drive change in the program, when necessary. The committee regularly assesses best practices and recommends strategic actions in order to ensure that all groups are able to operate at an efficient level.
Subscriber Accreditation Committee
Subscriber Voting members participating on the Subscriber Accreditation Committee oversee the activity of Subscriber Accreditation Options A and B. The committee monitors process requirements and audit data. In addition, they maintain AC7008 Subscriber Accreditation for Option B HQ and resolve Option A and B appeals.
Task Groups (TG)
- Are composed of technical experts from the industry
- Determine audit requirements
- Develop documents such as audit criteria and training
- Accepts corrective action responses submitted by auditees in response to audit non-conformances (Subscribers only)
- Make the final decision on accreditation (Subscribers only)
Supplier Support Committee (SSC)
- Made up of volunteers from accredited Suppliers
- Represents the voice of the Supplier community within Nadcap
- Organizes educational sessions at Nadcap meetings
- Runs a peer Nadcap SSC Mentoring Program
- Creates useful resources for Suppliers such as the Nadcap Supplier Audit Guide the How to Market Your Nadcap Accreditation and the Redundant Audit Feedback Form.
Contact the SSC at NadcapSSC@p-r-i.org.
