Supplier Quality (SQ) from Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) and the Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) and the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) of the Space Sector (SP) maintain an "Approved Special Processor List" (ASPL) for all NGAS, SSSD and SDS programs. This list can be sorted by Supplier Name, Supplier Number, Country, or Process Specifications and Process Categories.

How to use the ASPL and the enclosed information is bulleted below:

  • Users must initially select the specific ASPL they are searching within (i.e. Aeronautics Systems, Strategic Space Systems, or Strategic Deterrent Systems). If you are unsure which ASPL to search please verify with your NG Buyer.
  • All specifications can be selected by selecting Specification (1st button), Category (2nd button), which includes 8 categories and Space Systems Division specifications, or F35 specifications under Program (3rd button).
  • At the Top RH side of the site is a “Helpful Links” button that has 8 links. See Below for 5 specific ones.
    • First two links are to Boeing’s ‘D1-4426’ ASPL and Lockheed’s ‘QCS-001’ ASPL.
    • Third is a “Change Log” that shows when processors are added or removed, or when specifications are added or removed from the processors or the ASPL.
    • The 4th and 5th are listings of NDT technique approvals; by “Processor and by Part Number”.
For any questions, contact:

Warning:    Northrop Grumman process specifications contain technical data whose export is restricted by the Arms Export Act (Title 22, U.S.C., Sec 2751 et seq.) or the Export Administration Act (Title 50, U.S.C., App. 24001-240). Violation of these export laws are subject to severe criminal penalties.

 


 
Qarbon - NADCAP Approved
90123318
Independent Processor
300 Austin Blvd
Red Oak, TX 75154 United States
Phone: (469) 820-6577
Fax:
Selected sector: AS

Specification
Process Description
Category
Adhesive Bonding for Global Hawk High Altitude Endurance Unmanned Vehicle
Composites
Limits:
None

Process Specification for Sealing, Integral Fuel Tank and Fuel Cell Cavity
Finishes/Coatings
Limits:
None

Cleaning and surface preparation of titanium and titanium alloys
Chemical Processing
Limits:
Touch-up of acid etch finish on installed parts

Curing Procedures for Composite Laminates and Sandwich Assemblies
Composites
Limits:
Limited to Autoclave S/N’s 912 and 915 only

Fabrication of Laminates, 250F Cure
Composites
Limits:
None

Fabrication of Carbon Fiber/Epoxy Unidrectional Tape Laminates, 250F Cure
Composites
Limits:
None

Fabrication of Sandwich Composite Structure
Composites
Limits:
Limited to fabrication of NDT standards. Not authorized for production. Does not include splicing or potting.

Machining of Nonmetallic Honeycomb Details
Composites
Limits:
Limited to fabrication of NDT standards. Not authorized for production.

Fabrication of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Low Flow Toughened Epoxy Honeycomb
Composites
Limits:
Limited to fabrication of NDT standards. Not authorized for production.

Fabrication of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Low Flow Toughened Epoxy Laminates
Composites
Limits:
None

Hole Preparation, Drilling, Mach.,Trimming for Composite/Metallic Structure
Composites
Limits:
None

Ultrasonic Inspection of Composites and Bonded Assemblies
Non-Destructive Testing
Limits:
None

Eddy Current Inspection for Defects
Non-Destructive Testing
Limits:
Limited to MRB activity only

Penetrant Inspection
Non-Destructive Testing
Limits:
Approval for HALE programs is limited to localized etch and inspection of Titanium parts per RCI R617765

Area Requirements for Composite Fabrication
Composites
Limits:
None

Standard Practice for Radiographic Examination
Non-Destructive Testing
Limits:
None