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.

 


 
ELITE METAL FINISHING LLC - NADCAP Approved
90046908
Independent Processor
540 SPECTRUM CR
OXNARD , CA 93030 United States
Phone: 8059834320
Fax: 805-983-3830
Selected sector: AS

Specification
Process Description
Category
Process Specification for Etching Prior to Penetrant Inspection
Chemical Processing
Limits:
None

Penetrant Inspection
Non-Destructive Testing
Limits:
None

Anodic Coating
Chemical Processing
Limits:
Limited to Type II, not approved for Propellant Compatibility

Passivation Treatments for Corrosion-Resistant Steel
Chemical Processing
Limits:
Limited to Method 1, Types 2, 6, 7 & 8 and Method 2

Nickel Plating (Electrodeposited)
Chemical Processing
Limits:
None

Cleaning, Descaling, and Passivation of Stainless Steel
Chemical Processing
Limits:
None

Chemical Passivation Treatments for Stainless Steel Parts
Chemical Processing
Limits:
None

Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus
Miscellaneous
Limits:
Limited to in-house testing only

Standard Practice for Liquid Penetrant Testing
Non-Destructive Testing
Limits:
None

Standard Practice for Magnetic Particle Testing
Non-Destructive Testing
Limits:
None

Plating - Nickel - Electroless
Chemical Processing
Limits:
None

Chemical Conversion Coatings for Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy
Chemical Processing
Limits:
Limited to Type 1, Class 1A, 3 and Type 2

Dry Film Lube Superseded by AS5272 for Ty I & II only
Chemical Processing
Limits:
None

Anodic Coatings For Aluminum and Aluminum Alloys
Chemical Processing
Limits:
5% sodium or potassium dichromate seal is required when Mil-PRF-8625, Type II anodize is called out for C-2, E-2C/D, EA-6B, EA-18G or E-8 JSTARS engineering drawings. Also approved for Type III

Cleaning of Aluminum Alloy Parts
Chemical Processing
Limits:
Ref. RCI R141002