SCC is the first Canadian accreditation body offering the Aerospace Quality Management Systems Accreditation Program
The Standards Council of Canada has expanded its roster of services with an Aerospace Quality Management Systems Accreditation Program (AQMS) recognized by the International Aerospace Quality Group. We are now the first and only Canadian accreditation body that accredits certification bodies for AS9100, AS9110, and AS9120 AQMS certification, and the only North American body offering this service in both French and English.
We are overjoyed to continue growing our service offering to better serve our customers and provide more accreditation options for certification bodies in the aerospace sector. We look forward to leveraging the AS9100 series and our own accreditation methods to help the aerospace sector meet the evolving demands of today’s global market.”
– Elias Rafoul, Vice-President of Accreditation Services
The AS9100 series is the industry-recognized set of standards for quality assurance and risk management in the aerospace sector. These standards apply to aviation, space & defense organizations, aviation maintenance organizations, and aviation, space & defense distributors. Many major aviation, space, and defense manufacturers require that their entire supply chain be Aerospace Quality Management Systems certified.
Now that SCC offers this accreditation program, aerospace management system certification bodies will have more options for their accreditation needs. The decision to add this scheme to our Management Systems Accreditation Program was informed by customer demand and aligns with our goal to offer our customers a “one-stop-shop” accreditation experience.
According to Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), Canadian aerospace companies are recognized worldwide for delivering leading-edge and advanced technology solutions on time and at a competitive cost. Canada is home to many aerospace companies, employing over 89,000 skilled professionals. In 2018, the aerospace industry contributed $13.1 billion to Canadian Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
To enquire about accreditation for your organization, please contact SCC Accreditation Services at accreditation@scc.ca.
Learn about the steps to accreditation with SCC.
About the International Aerospace Quality Group
As an international non-profit association under Belgian law with an office registered in Brussels (Belgium), the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) was established in 1998 under the umbrella of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE). In 2013, the IAQG became an International Not-For-Profit Association under Belgium Law.
The IAQG sets the standard for quality within the worldwide supply chain of the aerospace industry. The organization is comprised of member companies within the aviation, space and defense industries who design, develop, manufacture and support original equipment at system or subsystem levels. The IAQG is committed to establishing a commonality of quality systems and improvement standards. These standards are documented, published and applied internationally by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and circulated throughout the supply chain.
About the Standards Council of Canada
Established in 1970 as a federal Crown corporation, the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) is Canada’s voice on standards and accreditation on the national and international stage. SCC works closely with a vast network of partners to promote the development of effective and efficient standards that protect the health, safety and well-being of Canadians while helping businesses prosper. As Canada’s leading accreditation organization, SCC creates market confidence at home and abroad by ensuring that conformity assessment bodies meet the highest national and international standards. SCC advances Canada’s interest on the international scene as a member of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) by connecting thousands of people to global networks and resources, opening a world of possibilities for Canadians and businesses.