Supplier/subcontractor Quality Requirements

QUALITY ASSURANCE DOCUMENT
AFQA-0001
(REV 04-13)
ATK Aerospace Group

Space Launch Division
Brigham City, UT
Magna, UT
Aerospace Structures Divis
Clearfield, UT
Iuka, MS
Dayton, OH
Hopkinton, MA
Logan, UT
Rancho Bernardo, CA
Space Systems Division
Beltsville, MD
Space Components Division
Commerce, CA
Goleta, CA
San Diego, CA
Magna, UT
SUPPLIER/SUBCONTRACTOR QUALITY
REQUIREMENTS
FOR PURCHASE AGREEMENTS
Alliant Techsystems Internal Use Only
Contents
INT01: INTRODUCTION............................................................................................... 1
QUALITY SYSTEMS...................................................................................................... 2
QQS1: QUALITY SYSTEM PER PURCHASE AGREEMENT............................................2
QQS2: MIL-Q-9858A................................................................................................. 2
QQS3: MIL-I-45208A................................................................................................ 2
QQS4: ISO 9001....................................................................................................... 2
QQS5: ISO 9001 CERTIFICATION.............................................................................. 2
QQS6: AS9100......................................................................................................... 2
QQS7: AS9100 CERTIFICATION................................................................................ 2
QQS8: AS9120......................................................................................................... 2
QQS9: AS9003......................................................................................................... 2
QQS10: GE S-1000.................................................................................................. 2
QQS11: AC7004....................................................................................................... 3
QQS12: ROLLS ROYCE SABRe..................................................................................3
QQS13: QUALITY PLAN............................................................................................ 3
QQS14: QUALITY PLAN APPROVAL...........................................................................3
QQS15: QUALITY PLAN CHANGES............................................................................3
QQS16: QUALITY MANAGER..................................................................................... 3
QQS17: QUALITY INVOLVEMENT IN DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES...............................3
QQS18: FASTENER MANUFACTURERS......................................................................3
METROLOGY/CALIBRATION.......................................................................................... 3
QMT1: CALIBRATION................................................................................................ 3
QMT2: AS9100......................................................................................................... 4
QMT3: ISO 10012................................................................................................... 4
QMT4: ISO/EIC 17025.............................................................................................. 4
QMT5: ANSI/NCSL Z540........................................................................................... 4
QMT6: ANSI/ASQ/ISO Q9001.................................................................................... 4
QMT7: MIL-STD-45662A........................................................................................... 4
QMT8: CALIBRATION SERVICES................................................................................4
GENERAL QUALITY REQUIREMENTS............................................................................4
QQR1: RIGHT OF ACCESS........................................................................................ 4
QQR2: TRACEABILITY............................................................................................... 5
QQR3: ATK LOT TRACEABILITY.................................................................................5
QQR4: CHANGE NOTIFICATION/CONTROL................................................................5
QQR5: BASELINED SUPPLIER CHANGES...................................................................6
QQR6: DOCUMENTATION CONTROL.........................................................................6
QQR7: LEGIBILITY OF PAPERWORK..........................................................................6
QQR8: RETENTION OF RECORDS............................................................................. 6
QQR9: ALTERNATE RETENTION PERIOD...................................................................7
QQR10: MANNED SPACEFLIGHT REQUIREMENTS.....................................................7
QQR11: GIDEP......................................................................................................... 7
QQR12: STAMP CONTROL........................................................................................ 7

QQR13: PERSONNEL TRAINING................................................................................8
QQR14: CONTROL OF COUNTERFEIT PARTS............................................................8
QQR15: ADDITIONAL COUNTERFEIT PART CONTROL...............................................8
QQR16: COUNTERFEIT PART CERTIFICATION............................................................9
QQR17: PROHIBITED MATERIALS............................................................................. 9
QQR18: PROHIBITED MATERIALS DETAIL.................................................................9
QQR19: PROHIBITED MATERIAL CERTIFICATION......................................................9
QQR20: SPECIALTY METALS..................................................................................... 9
QQR21: STATEMENT OF WORK.............................................................................. 10
QQR22: DIGITAL DESIGN MODEL AND PDD/LDD....................................................10
QQR23: DIGITAL DESIGN MODEL AND PDD: SUPPLIER APPROVAL.........................10
ATK-FURNISHED MATERIAL........................................................................................ 10
QCF1: ATK-FURNISHED MATERIAL..........................................................................10
QCF2: ATKFURNISHED MATERIALS/COMPONENTS................................................11
QCF3: COMPLIANCE WITH DD250..........................................................................11
QCF4: GOVERNMENT AND ATK PROPERTY CONTROL.............................................11
TOOLING................................................................................................................... 11
QTC1: ACCEPTANCE TOOL CONTROL SYSTEM.......................................................11
QTC2: ACCEPTANCE TOOL CONTROL.....................................................................11
QTC3: TOOL DESIGN CONTROL............................................................................. 12
QTC4: TOOL DRAWING CONTROL..........................................................................12
QTC5: TOOLING INSPECTION SYSTEM....................................................................12
QTC6: TOOLING DISCREPANCY CONTROL SYSTEM................................................13
QTC7: DESIGN TOLERANCES FOR ACCEPTANCE TOOLING.....................................13
QTC8: DESIGN TOLERANCES FOR PRODUCTION TOOLING.....................................13
QTC9: OUT-OF-TOLERANCE CONDITIONS...............................................................13
QTC10: ITEMS INSPECTED USING OUT-OF-TOLERANCE TOOLING..........................14
QTC11: ACCEPTANCE TOOLING STORAGE.............................................................14
NONCONFORMANCES............................................................................................... 14
QNC1: NONCONFORMING ITEM REPLACEMENT.....................................................14
QNC2: MRB DELEGATION....................................................................................... 14
QNC3: SUBMITTAL OF DISPOSITIONED NONCONFORMING ITEMS..........................14
QNC4: SUPPLIER NONCONFORMANCE RECORDS..................................................14
QNC5: FAILURE ANALYSIS/CAUSE AND CORRECTIVE ACTION.................................15
PROCUREMENT......................................................................................................... 15
QPR1: FLOWDOWN REQUIREMENTS......................................................................15
QPR2: SUB-TIER SUPPLIER CONTROL.....................................................................15
QPR3: QUALITY PARTICIPATION IN SUB-TIER SELECTION........................................15
QPR4: PRE-AWARD SURVEYS OF SUB-TIER SUPPLIERS...........................................16
QPR5: ATK DISAPPROVAL OF SUB-TIER SUPPLIERS................................................16
QPR6: RAW MATERIAL PURCHASE AGREEMENTS...................................................16
QPR7: OFF-THE-SHELF/CATALOG ITEM PURCHASE AGREEMENTS..........................16
QPR8: ATK SPECIFICATIONS USED FOR PROCUREMENT.........................................16
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QPR9: RECEIVING INSPECTION SYSTEM.................................................................16

QPR10: PROCUREMENT DOCUMENTS....................................................................16
PROCESS CONTROL.................................................................................................. 17
QPC1: WORK INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................17
QPC2: ATK-APPROVED WORK INSTRUCTIONS........................................................17
QPC3: PROCESS CONTROLS FOR RAW MATERIALS................................................17
QPC4: PROCESS CONTROLS FOR FABRICATION PROCESSES.................................17
QPC5: WORKMANSHIP........................................................................................... 18
QPC6: STATISTICAL PROCESS CONTROL................................................................18
QPC7: SPC FOR KEY CHARACTERISTICS.................................................................18
QPC8: ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE PREVENTION.................................................18
QPC9: DYE PENETRANT INSPECTION......................................................................18
SPECIAL PROCESSES................................................................................................ 18
QSP1: SPECIAL PROCESSES................................................................................... 18
QSP2: CRITICAL AND/OR SPECIAL PROCESSES......................................................19
QSP3: NADCAP CERTIFICATION FOR SPECIAL PROCESSES.....................................19
QSP4: SPECIAL PROCESS QUALIFICATION..............................................................19
QSP5: SPECIAL PROCESSES: CUSTOMER-SPECIFIC SUPPLIERS..............................19
QSP6: SPECIAL PROCESSES: BOEING APPROVED SUPPLIERS.................................20
QSP7: SPECIAL PROCESSES: SUPPLIER DELEGATED..............................................20
QSP8: INSPECTION REPORT................................................................................... 20
QSP9: INSPECTION REPORT DETAIL.......................................................................20
QSP10: REPORT FOR THIRD-PARTY SHIPMENTS.....................................................20
QSP11: RADIOGRAPHIC FILM/REPORT....................................................................20
QSP12: X-RAY CONTROL DOCUMENT.....................................................................21
QSP13: HEAT TREAT CERTIFICATION......................................................................21
QSP14: HEAT TREAT TEST SAMPLES......................................................................21
QSP15: WELDING................................................................................................... 21
QSP16: WELDING CERTIFICATION..........................................................................21
QSP17: CRITICAL/SEMI-CRITICAL WELD DOCUMENTATION....................................21
QSP18: WELD DOCUMENTS REQUIRED PRIOR TO FABRICATION (1)......................22
QSP19: WELD DOCUMENTS REQUIRED PRIOR TO FABRICATION (2)......................22
QSP20: WELD DOCUMENTS REQUIRED WITH SHIPMENT (1)..................................22
QSP21: WELD DOCUMENTS REQUIRED WITH SHIPMENT (2)..................................22
QSP22: NON-CRITICAL WELD DOCUMENTATION....................................................22
QSP23: VISUAL WELD INSPECTION REPORT...........................................................23
QSP24: TEFLON COATING...................................................................................... 23
QSP25: BLACK TEFLON COATING...........................................................................24
QSP26: BLACK OR GREEN TEFLON COATING.........................................................24
QSP27: SOLDERING............................................................................................... 24
QSP28: CRIMPING.................................................................................................. 24
QSP29: CABLE AND WIRE HARNESS ASSEMBLIES.................................................24
INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE................................................................................ 24
QIN1: ACCEPTANCE TEST PROCEDURES................................................................24
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QIN2: ACCEPTANCE TEST PROCEDURES DETAIL....................................................25

QIN3: TEST/INSPECTION ENVIRONMENT................................................................25
QIN4: INSPECTION/TEST VALUE ROUNDING...........................................................25
QIN5: REPORTING, ROUNDING, AND RECORDING OF DATA...................................25
QIN6: INCREASED ACCURACY RATIO REQUIREMENT..............................................25
QIN7: CRITICAL ITEM AND KEY CHARACTERISTIC CONTROL..................................26
QIN8: AS9103 VARIATION MANAGEMENT OF KEY CHARACTERISTICS....................26
QIN9: SAMPLING.................................................................................................... 26
QIN10: SAMPLING PERMITTED............................................................................... 26
QIN11: SPECIFIC SAMPLING...................................................................................26
QIN12: PYROTECHNIC SAMPLING...........................................................................26
QIN13: MATERIAL RETENTION................................................................................ 27
FOD/CONTAMINATION CONTROL............................................................................... 27
QFC1: FOD PREVENTION....................................................................................... 27
QFC2: FOD PREVENTION PROGRAM.......................................................................27
QFC3: FOD PREVENTION PROGRAM NAS412.........................................................28
QFC4: FOD CERTIFICATION.................................................................................... 28
QFC5: FOD INSPECTION......................................................................................... 28
QFC6: ATK-APPROVED CLEANING...........................................................................28
QFC7: SOLVENTS................................................................................................... 28
QFC8: CONTAMINATION CONTROL PLAN APPROVAL..............................................28
MATERIAL CONTROL................................................................................................. 28
QMC1: MATERIAL CONTROL................................................................................... 28
QMC2: CURE DATE FOR O-RINGS AND RUBBER GOODS........................................29
QMC3: REMAINING SHELF LIFE.............................................................................. 29
QMC4: ATK PROVIDED MATERIALS/COMPONENTS.................................................29
QMC5: ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS.....................................................................29
QMC6: ENVIRONMENTAL PACKAGING....................................................................29
QMC7: SHELF LIFE AND STORAGE: NASA PROGRAMS...........................................29
ATK OVERSIGHT........................................................................................................ 30
QCO1: SUPPLIER MANUFACTURING READINESS REVIEW.......................................30
QCO2: ATK AUDITS................................................................................................ 30
QCO3: SUPPLIER PERFORMANCE OF AUDITS.........................................................30
QCO4: SUPPLIER AUDITS OF SUB-TIER SUPPLIERS.................................................30
QCO5: ATK PARTICIPATION IN SUPPLIER AUDITS....................................................31
QCO6: SUPPLIER AUDIT SCHEDULE.......................................................................31
QCO7: SOURCE SURVEILLANCE............................................................................. 31
QCO8: ATK IN-PROCESS SOURCE INSPECTION.......................................................31
QCO9: ATK SOURCE INSPECTION...........................................................................31
QCO10: GSI........................................................................................................... 31
QCO11: GSI: NASA CONTRACTS............................................................................ 32
QCO12: NASA GSI STATEMENT.............................................................................. 32
QCO13: FAA SOURCE INSPECTION.........................................................................32
QCO14: FIRST ARTICLE INSPECTION OR PROCESS PROOFING...............................32
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QCO15: FIRST ARTICLE INSPECTION PER AS9102..................................................33

PACKAGING AND HANDLING..................................................................................... 33
QPH1: PACKAGING AND HANDLING.......................................................................33
QPH2: SPECIFIC PACKAGING INSTRUCTIONS.........................................................33
QPH3: CRITICAL HARDWARE PACKAGING..............................................................33
QPH4: ESD............................................................................................................. 33
QPH5: CONTAINER IDENTIFICATION.......................................................................33
QPH6: DATE CODE MARKING.................................................................................34
ITEMS SUBMITTED TO ATK........................................................................................ 34
QSB1: SAMPLES PROVIDED PRIOR TO PRODUCTION.............................................34
QSB2: RAW CASTINGS AND FORGINGS..................................................................34
QSB3: SAMPLES PROVIDED WITH SHIPMENT.........................................................34
QSB4: TENSILE TESTING........................................................................................ 34
QSB5: LAP SHEAR TESTING................................................................................... 34
QSB6: T-PEEL TESTING.......................................................................................... 34
QSB7: SUPPLIER INSPECTION FORMS....................................................................35
QSB8: DETAILED SUPPLIER INSPECTION REPORT...................................................35
QSB9: INSPECTION DATA....................................................................................... 35
QSB10: VENDOR INSPECTION PLAN......................................................................36
QSB11: TECHNICAL USE REQUIREMENT INSPECTION PLANS.................................36
QSB12: METAL RAW MATERIAL DATA PACKAGES....................................................36
QSB13: METAL RAW MATERIAL SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS......................................36
QSB14: METAL RAW MATERIAL ELEMENTAL COMPOSITION....................................36
QSB15: CERTIFICATION OF MATERIAL CONFORMANCE..........................................36
QSB16: FUNCTIONAL TEST REPORTS.....................................................................37
QSB17: DIMENSIONAL INSPECTION REPORT..........................................................37
QSB18: CHEMICAL, PHYSICAL, AND/OR MECHANICAL TEST REPORTS...................37
QSB19: MATERIAL CERTIFICATIONS.......................................................................38
QSB20: WEIGHT REPORT....................................................................................... 38
QSB21: MANUFACTURING LOCATION.....................................................................38
QSB22: MANUFACTURER CAGE CODE....................................................................38
QSB23: AUTHORIZATION TO SHIP/PRE-SHIPMENT REVIEW....................................38
QSB24: CERTIFICATION.......................................................................................... 38
QSB25: HEAT NUMBER.......................................................................................... 39
QSB26: CURE DATE............................................................................................... 39
QSB27: DATE OF SHIPMENT................................................................................... 39
QSB28: DATE OF MANUFACTURE...........................................................................39
QSB29: DATE OF PACKAGING................................................................................. 39
QSB30: DATE OF ACCEPTANCE TESTING................................................................39
QSB31: CERTIFICATION DATES...............................................................................39
QSB32: ACCEPTANCE DATA PACKAGE....................................................................39
QSB33: CERTIFICATE OF CALIBRATION..................................................................41
SOFTWARE................................................................................................................ 41
QSW1: SOFTWARE CONTROL................................................................................. 41
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QSW2: SOFTWARE CONTROL: ISO 9001/90003 OR CMMI LEVEL 2........................41

QSW3: SOFTWARE CONTROL CERTIFICATION........................................................41
QSW4: SOFTWARE ASSURANCE PLAN....................................................................42
QSW5: IEEE STD 730-2002 SOFTWARE ASSURANCE PLAN....................................42
QSW6: QUALITY PARTICIPATION IN SOFTWARE DESIGN.........................................42
QSW7: SOFTWARE DESIGN APPROVAL..................................................................42
QSW8: SOFTWARE TESTING..................................................................................42
QSW9: SOFTWARE TEST PLAN APPROVAL.............................................................42
QSW10: SOFTWARE TEST REQUIREMENTS............................................................42
QSW11: SOFTWARE TEST RESULTS.......................................................................42
QSW12: SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION..................................................................42
QSW13: SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION CONTROL..................................................43
QSW14: SOFTWARE ACCEPTANCE.........................................................................43
QSW15: SOFTWARE PROCESS AUDITS..................................................................43
QSW16: SOFTWARE, TESTING, SURVEILLANCE, AND AUDITS................................43
QSW17: FIRMWARE TESTING AUDIT......................................................................44
QSW18: SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION AUDITS.......................................................44
QSW19: SOFTWARE REVIEWS................................................................................44
QSW20: SOFTWARE QUALITY ASSURANCE STATUS REPORTS................................44
QSW21: SOFTWARE METRICS................................................................................44
QSW22: CMMI CERTIFICATION............................................................................... 44
QSW23: SOFTWARE QUALITY ASSURANCE TRAINING............................................45
FASTENERS............................................................................................................... 45
QFS1: CRITICAL FASTENERS.................................................................................. 45
QFS2: FASTENERS PER NASA-STD-5008................................................................45
QFS3: FASTENERS PER NASA/GSFC 541-PG-8072.1.2 OPTION 1............................45
QFS4: FASTENERS PER NASA/GSFC 541-PG-8072.1.2 OPTION 2............................45
QFS5: FASTENERS FOR SPECIAL TOOLING/FACILITIES............................................45
ELECTRICAL PARTS/RIGID PRINTED BOARD..............................................................46
QEB1: ELECTRICAL PARTS AND ASSEMBLIES AGE CONTROL.................................46
QEB2: RIGID PRINTED BOARD REQUIREMENTS: NASA...........................................46
QEB3: RIGID PRINTED BOARD REQUIREMENTS.....................................................46
QEB4: NASA STD REQUIREMENTS.........................................................................46
QEB5: QPL............................................................................................................. 46
QEB6: PRINTED BOARD PACKAGING......................................................................47
QEB7: SINGLE DATE CODE..................................................................................... 47
QEB8: MULTIPLE DATE CODE.................................................................................47
SUBCONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS...........................................................................47
QSC1: DESIGN REVIEW CHECKLIST.......................................................................47
QSC2: DESIGN REVIEW CHECKLIST REQUIREMENTS..............................................47
QSC3: KEY CHARACTERISTICS...............................................................................47
QSC4: CRITICAL CHARACTERISTICS.......................................................................48
QSC5: GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS......................................................................48
QSC6: SUBCONTRACTOR MRB AUTHORITY............................................................48
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QSC7: SUPPLIER MRB ACTIVITY............................................................................48

QSC8: SENIOR MRB ACTIVITY................................................................................ 49
QSC9: NONCONFORMANCES COORDINATED WITH ATK.........................................49
QSC10: TRANSFER OF ITEMS BETWEEN ATK PROGRAMS.......................................50
QSC11: STANDARD REPAIR.................................................................................... 50
QSC12: SUBCONTRACTOR CHANGE CONTROL......................................................50
APPENDIX A: TERMS AND DEFINITIONS....................................................................51
APPENDIX B: APPLICALBLE DOCUMENTS..................................................................52
INT01: INTRODUCTION
This document defines the quality assurance requirements for Suppliers of materials
(raw materials, hardware, components, assemblies, and tools) and services to ATK.
THE SUPPLIER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ASSURANCE, AND UPON REQUEST, TO PROVIDE
OBJECTIVE EVIDENCE THAT ALL MATERIALS AND SERVICES PROVIDED ARE IN
COMPLIANCE WITH THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT REQUIREMENTS WHETHER
MATERIALS ARE MANUFACTURED OR SERVICES ARE RENDERED BY THE SUPPLIER
DIRECTLY OR OBTAINED THROUGH PURCHASE AGREEMENTS WITH SUB-TIER
SUPPLIERS.
Unless otherwise specified the Supplier may select all sub-tier suppliers. However,
whether the selection was dictated by ATK or of the Suppliers choice the Supplier
must flow down the applicable ATK purchase agreement requirements to the subtier supplier.
Only the paragraphs of this document that are referenced in the purchase
agreement apply. Additional quality requirements may be stated directly in the
purchase agreement to supplement the referenced paragraphs. In the event of
conflict between the quality requirements and other purchase agreement
requirements, the Supplier shall obtain clarification from ATK.
All ATK approvals and Supplier requests for approval referenced in this document
shall be by and through the ATK buyer in writing.
SUPPLIER EXCEPTIONS TO PURCHASE AGREEMENT REQUIREMENTS ARE
NOT ALLOWED. An exception is defined as any attempt to certify material to a
specification without meeting all requirements. Examples of exceptions are values
that do not meet specification requirements, alternate test methods, or certification
to revisions that are not called out in the purchase agreement.

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QUALITY SYSTEMS
QQS1: QUALITY SYSTEM PER PURCHASE AGREEMENT
The Supplier shall provide and maintain a quality system that will ensure all products
delivered conform to the drawings, specifications, and requirements specified in the
purchase agreement.
QQS2: MIL-Q-9858A
The Supplier shall provide and maintain a quality system that conforms to
MIL-Q-9858A and is acceptable to ATK.
QQS3: MIL-I-45208A
The Supplier shall provide and maintain an inspection system that conforms to
MIL-I-45208A and is acceptable to ATK.
QQS4: ISO 9001

The Supplier shall provide and maintain a quality system that conforms to ISO 9001
as currently amended and is acceptable to ATK.
QQS5: ISO 9001 CERTIFICATION

The Supplier shall provide and maintain a quality system that conforms to ISO 9001
as documented by a third-party registrar. ATK may request a copy of the registration
certificate annually as evidence of continued compliance.
QQS6: AS9100
The Supplier shall provide and maintain a quality system that conforms to AS9100
and is acceptable to ATK.
QQS7: AS9100 CERTIFICATION

The Supplier shall provide and maintain a quality system that conforms to AS9100 as
documented by a third-party registrar. ATK may request a copy of the Registration
Certificate annually as evidence of continued compliance.
QQS8: AS9120
The Supplier shall provide and maintain a quality system that conforms to AS9120.
QQS9: AS9003
The Supplier shall provide and maintain an inspection and test quality system that
conforms to AS9003.
QQS10: GE S-1000
The Supplier shall provide and maintain a quality system that conforms to General
Electric (GE) Aviation specification S-1000 as well as all applicable and ancillary
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required specifications. All lab testing shall be performed in accordance with GE

specifications S-400 and S-450 for labs. Special processes require GE approval or
listing in the GE Yellow Pages.
QQS11: AC7004
The Supplier shall provide and maintain a quality system that conforms to NADCAP
specification AC7004.
QQS12: ROLLS ROYCE SABRe

The Supplier shall provide and maintain a quality system that conforms to the
Rolls-Royce Supplier Advanced Business Relationship (SABRe) documents. These
SABRe requirements shall be flowed down to all applicable sub-tier supplier levels.
QQS13: QUALITY PLAN

A quality plan shall be maintained detailing how purchase agreement quality
requirements will be satisfied.
QQS14: QUALITY PLAN APPROVAL

The quality plan shall be submitted to ATK for approval within 30 days of purchase
agreement award.
QQS15: QUALITY PLAN CHANGES

Any changes to the quality plan shall require ATK approval before incorporation.
QQS16: QUALITY MANAGER

The Supplier shall designate a quality manager with responsibility for the
effectiveness of the quality system. Any change to the designated quality manager
shall be reported to ATK within 30 days.
QQS17: QUALITY INVOLVEMENT IN DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES

The quality plan shall identify the extent of quality involvement in development
activities.
QQS18: FASTENER MANUFACTURERS

Fastener manufacturers shall be accredited laboratories as specified in and
compliance with the United States Fastener Quality Act, Public Law 101-592.
METROLOGY/CALIBRATION
QMT1: CALIBRATION
The Supplier and outsourced calibration services shall maintain a metrology system
that conforms to ANSI/NCSL Z540, ANSI/ASQ/ISO Q9001-2008, AS9100,
ISO/EIC 17025, ISO 10012, or an equivalent standard. The Suppliers signed
certification must state:
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1. Traceability to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

2. Tool or gage number.
3. Purchase agreement number.
QMT2: AS9100
that conforms to AS9100.
QMT3: ISO 10012

that conforms to ISO 10012.
QMT4: ISO/EIC 17025

that conforms to ISO/EIC 17025.
QMT5: ANSI/NCSL Z540

that conforms to ANSI/NCSL Z540.
QMT6: ANSI/ASQ/ISO Q9001

that conforms to ANSI/ASQ/ISO Q9001.
QMT7: MIL-STD-45662A
that conforms to MIL-STD-45662A.
QMT8: CALIBRATION SERVICES

The Supplier shall provide a test report/calibration certificate for each item
calibrated. Each test report/calibration certificate shall contain as a minimum:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Description or identification of the item.

List of standards used for traceability.
Date of calibration.
Procedure used for calibration.
Test results/values.
Test report/calibration certificate number as applicable.
When an instrument has been adjusted or repaired, the calibration results before
and after adjustment or repair shall be reported.

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GENERAL QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

QQR1: RIGHT OF ACCESS
All work and material may be subject to inspection and test by ATK and its customer
and/or applicable government/regulatory authority representatives at any place and
time. ATKs access to processes considered proprietary by the Supplier shall be by
mutual agreement. If applicable, the Supplier or sub-tier supplier shall provide the
necessary facilities, equipment, and assistance for the safety and convenience of
ATK or its customers personnel in the performance of selected inspections and
tests.
QQR2: TRACEABILITY
Parts to be delivered must be identified by serial or lot numbers (as specified in the
purchase agreement), part number, and revision (including change number as
applicable). Parts shall be traceable to the lots of raw materials used. When two or
more parts are joined in an assembly, manufacturing and inspection records shall
identify each part by part number, revision, and if applicable, change number and
serial or lot number. Materials to be delivered shall be identified by lot or batch
number, specification, and revision (including change number as applicable).
Materials shall be traceable to ingredients and manufacturing and inspection
records. The Supplier may determine lot size unless otherwise specified in the
purchase agreement or design document. Serial or lot numbers shall not be
duplicated during the manufacture of the same part or material. If parts or material
are scrapped or rejected, their serial or lot numbers shall not be reused. Unless
otherwise specified in the purchase agreement the Supplier shall maintain
traceability records on file and available for review by ATK.
QQR3: ATK LOT TRACEABILITY

When the purchase agreement requires use of an ATK-supplied lot number, one
Supplier lot number shall be used for one ATK supplied lot number. The Supplier
may use one Supplier lot number for several different ATK-supplied lot numbers, but
no more than one Supplier lot number shall be used for one ATK-supplied lot
number.
ATK-supplied lot numbers shall not be duplicated during the manufacture of the
same part or material. ATK-supplied lot numbers of scrapped or rejected parts or
materials shall not be reused.
The Supplier shall provide advance notice to ATK of any change to the established
manufacturing process of a lot. Unless otherwise specified in the purchase
agreement, the Supplier may determine the supplier lot size relative to unit of
measure (e.g., each, kit, pounds) specified in the purchase agreement.

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QQR4: CHANGE NOTIFICATION/CONTROL

The Supplier shall provide advance notice to ATK of any changes to the Supplier or
sub-tier suppliers name, address, tooling, facilities, materials, maintenance,
processes, and acceptance methods. Examples of changes include, but are not
limited to:
1. Changes to ATK, Supplier, and sub-tier supplier-approved designs, including
proprietary designs.
2. Changes to fabrication methods, test methods, processes, or tooling.
3. Changes to manufacturing location.
4. Management or ownership changes.
5. Prolonged labor disputes.
6. Prolonged shutdown of normal manufacturing operations.
7. Changes to sub-tier supplier locations.
If the purchase agreement is for material that has been previously purchased by ATK
it must be manufactured and accepted under the same conditions using the same
processes and methods by the same manufacturer and acceptance agency as
material previously supplied unless changes are approved by ATK.
Changes submitted to ATK must contain the following information:
1. A complete description of the change, including a statement of the "From" and
"To" conditions of the change.
2. Justification for the change, including background information in sufficient
detail to allow an adequate study of the proposed change.
3. The proposed effectivity of the change, stated either in terms of a calendar
date or a part, lot, or serial number.
QQR5: BASELINED SUPPLIER CHANGES

The Supplier shall submit all proposed changes to ATK as specified in STW7-13063
or TR017735. Baselined suppliers, including sub tier suppliers, shall submit a
Supplier Operation Change Request (SOCR) to ATK as specified in STW7-2631,
STW7-2632, or STW7-13063 as required in the purchase agreement prior to
implementing any change to tooling, facilities, materials, or methods that could
affect the delivered items. Such changes include, but are not limited to, methods of
fabrication, assembly, handling, inspection, acceptance, and testing.
QQR6: DOCUMENTATION CONTROL

The Supplier shall provide a system to ensure control of all documents including
supplier and ATK-furnished drawings, technical documents, manufacturing
procedures, and inspection and test procedures and for the incorporation of
changes thereto. Documents shall be distributed to the proper places (e.g.,
manufacturing and inspection stations, receiving inspection) at the appropriate
times to ensure that changes are accomplished at the proper effectivity point,
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changed materials are appropriately marked, and all obsolete documents are
removed from use.
QQR7: LEGIBILITY OF PAPERWORK

All inspection records, certifications, and supporting documentation shall be done
using permanent, reproducible ink. The Supplier shall ensure legibility and
reproducibility of all entries, stamps, imprints, and signatures. Errors may be voided
by drawing a single line through the entry, recording the correct entry above or
adjacent to the voided entry, initialing, and dating. Entries shall not be erase,
written over, or blanked out. The use of liquid paper (white-out) or correction tape is
prohibited.
QQR8: RETENTION OF RECORDS

Unless a different period is set forth elsewhere in the purchase agreement, the
Supplier shall retain all books, documents, papers, and records pertaining to the
purchase agreement for a period of ten (10) years after final payment on the
purchase agreement during which time data shall be available at the Supplier's
facility at no cost to ATK. The Supplier may use electronic media storage in lieu of
paper records if approved by ATK. At the conclusion of this time period, the Supplier
shall make written request to ATK for permission to destroy the records, package
and ship the records to ATK, maintain the records at the Suppliers facilities; or any
combination of the above. Copies of retained records shall be furnished to ATK upon
request.
QQR9: ALTERNATE RETENTION PERIOD

All books, documents, papers, and records pertaining to the purchase agreement
shall be retained for the period specified in the purchase agreement during which
time data shall be available at the Supplier's facility at no cost to ATK. The Supplier
may use electronic media storage in lieu of paper records if approved by ATK. At the
conclusion of this time period, the Supplier shall make written request to ATK for
permission to destroy the records, package and ship the records to ATK, maintain
the records at the Suppliers facilities; or any combination of the above. Copies of
retained records shall be furnished to ATK upon request.
QQR10: MANNED SPACEFLIGHT REQUIREMENTS

Items in this purchase agreement are for use in manned spaceflight. Materials,
manufacturing, and workmanship of the highest quality standards are essential to
astronaut safety. If the Supplier is able to supply the desired items with a quality
that is higher than that of the items specified or proposed, the Supplier is requested
to bring this fact to the immediate attention of the purchaser. This clause, including
this sentence, shall be included in all subcontracts and purchase agreements for
these items down to the lowest sub-tier supplier level.

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QQR11: GIDEP
The Supplier shall participate in the Government-Industry Data Exchange Program
(GIDEP). The Supplier shall notify ATK prior to delivery of any GIDEP notices that
affect items to be delivered and of the disposition which has been taken for the
affected items.
QQR12: STAMP CONTROL

The Supplier shall establish and maintain a documented stamp control system in
accordance with the following:
1. Items that have undergone fabrication, inspection, or test operations shall be
identified.
2. Stamps shall be applied to records, planning, tags, cards, and labels to indicate
the fabrication or inspection status of items.
3. Authorization from ATK shall be required before stamps can be applied directly
to items.
4. Records shall be maintained indicating verification methods and imprints
associated with each person.
5. Stamps shall only be issued to qualified personnel.
6. Stamp imprints shall be legible.
7. A stamp may be in the form of a decal, seal, torque paint, signature, initial,
electronic stamp, etc.
8. If any method other than stamps is used, the applicable preceding
requirements shall be followed.
9. Stamps for fabrication and inspection personnel shall be distinctly different.
10.Inspection stamps shall be unique in design with a clear difference between
acceptance and rejection stamps.
11.The Suppliers stamps shall be clearly distinguishable from ATK stamps and
shall not reference any governmental agency.
QQR13: PERSONNEL TRAINING

The Supplier shall ensure personnel whose work has an effect on the quality of the
product are trained. Training shall include pertinent subjects relating to
manufacturing, inspection, testing, packaging, and handling techniques and shall be
documented.
QQR14: CONTROL OF COUNTERFEIT PARTS

The Supplier shall implement a system for controlling counterfeit parts. The system
shall require that all applicable parts (e.g. electrical components and fasteners) are
procured from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or an OEM-franchised or
authorized distributor. If purchase from the OEM or an OEM-franchised or authorized
distributor is not possible or practical, the system shall provide a process for
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test/inspection results, and all other documentation that provides identification and
verification to design, traceability, and acceptable packaging and handling.
QQR15: ADDITIONAL COUNTERFEIT PART CONTROL

Work consists of those parts and materials delivered for the purchase agreement
that are at the lowest level of separately identifiable items (e.g., articles,
components, goods, assemblies). "Counterfeit Work" means work that is, or contains
items that are, misrepresented as having been designed or produced under an
approved system or other acceptance method. The term also includes approved work
that has reached a design life limit, or has been damaged beyond possible repair, but
is altered and misrepresented as being acceptable. The Supplier agrees and shall
ensure that counterfeit work is not delivered to ATK. The Supplier shall only purchase
products to be delivered or incorporated as Work to ATK that come directly from the
Original Component Manufacturer (OCM)/Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), or
through an OCM/OEM-authorized distributor chain. Work shall not be acquired from
independent distributors or brokers unless approved in advance in writing by ATK.
The Supplier shall immediately notify ATK with the pertinent facts if the Supplier
becomes aware of or suspects that it has furnished counterfeit Work. When requested
by ATK, the Supplier shall provide OCM/OEM documentation that authenticates
traceability of affected items to the applicable OCM/OEM. In the event that Work
delivered for the purchase agreement constitutes or includes counterfeit Work, the
Supplier shall, at its expense, promptly replace the counterfeit Work with genuine
Work conforming to the requirements of the purchase agreement. Notwithstanding
any other provision in the purchase agreement, the Supplier shall be liable for all
costs related to the removal and replacement of counterfeit Work including, but not
limited to, ATKs costs of removing counterfeit Work, of reinserting replacement Work,
and of any testing necessitated by the reinstallation of Work after counterfeit Work
has been exchanged. The remedies contained in this paragraph are in addition to any
remedies ATK may have at law, equity, or under other provisions of the purchase
agreement.
QQR16: COUNTERFEIT PART CERTIFICATION

The Supplier shall certify in writing that parts are traceable to the Original Equipment
Manufacturer (OEM) or OEM-franchised or authorized distributor. Should
suspect/counterfeit parts be furnished under the purchase agreement, these items
shall be impounded and destroyed by ATK. The Supplier shall promptly replace such
suspect/counterfeit parts with parts acceptable to ATK and the Supplier shall be liable
for all costs including, but not limited to, ATKs internal and external costs.
QQR17: PROHIBITED MATERIALS

Prohibited materials will be identified in the purchase agreement. Any exceptions to
the listed prohibited materials shall be approved in writing by ATK.

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QQR18: PROHIBITED MATERIALS DETAIL

The use of unalloyed tin, cadmium, or zinc is prohibited in the construction and
surface finish of space hardware. Parts with tin alloys containing 97% tin or less by
weight are acceptable. Parts containing cadmium or zinc alloys (e.g., brass) must be
completely over-plated with an approved metal. Parts shall contain no corrosive
solder flux. The use of cadmium or zinc is prohibited in the construction of space
hardware. All cadmium or zinc alloys shall be completely over-plated with an
approved metal. Any exceptions to these prohibitions must be approved in writing by
ATK.
QQR19: PROHIBITED MATERIAL CERTIFICATION

The Suppliers documentation shall include a specific certification that the listed
prohibited materials have not been used.
QQR20: SPECIALTY METALS

Material certifications and associated test reports for designated domestic "specialty
metals" per DFARS 252.225-7008 and DFARS 252.225-7009, should clearly state that
all materials are melted in the United States or another qualifying country per
DFARS 252.225-7002 (e.g. Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Egypt, Germany,
France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, and Northern Ireland).
NOTE: Older purchase agreements may reference DFARS 252.225-7014, which was
reserved in the DFARS in November 2009.
"Specialty metals" refers to:
1. Steel:
a. With a maximum alloy content exceeding one or more of the following
limits: 1.65% manganese; 0.60% silicon; or 0.60% copper.
b. Containing more than 0.25% of any of the following elements:
aluminum, chromium, cobalt, columbium, molybdenum, nickel, titanium,
tungsten, or vanadium.
2. Metal alloys consisting of nickel, iron nickel, and cobalt base alloys containing a
total of other alloying metals (except iron) in excess of 10%.
3. Titanium and titanium alloys.
4. Zirconium and zirconium base alloys.
QQR21: STATEMENT OF WORK

Items in the purchase agreement are subject to additional requirements per a
statement of work, which shall be satisfied in order to achieve compliance to contract
requirements. ATK may not accept items if the Supplier fails to comply with the
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QQR22: DIGITAL DESIGN MODEL AND PDD/LDD

Requirements for the purchase agreement are based on an ATK Partially Defined
Drawing/Limited Dimension Drawing (PDD/LDD) and its associated design model
(CAD digital file) as defined in ASME Y14.41-2003. These are provided to the Supplier
for use in planning and programming digitally controlled machining and inspection
equipment and the Supplier is responsible for meeting all requirements specified
therein. ATK will provide the design model with a file name structure that will include
the part number and revision as a minimum (e.g., 3039K4802-1_D_3D.STP or Part
No_Revision_3D.STP). The ATK design model revision and PDD/LDD revision are
always the same. All changes conveyed to the Supplier will be via ECO that describes
the change.
1. Configuration: The Supplier shall have a documented control system to assure
that the ATK design model, PDD/LDD, and supplier-derived files are placed
under supplier configuration control. Supplier-derived files shall be validated
prior to use and maintained in a manner that prevents misuse or alteration of
the file. All revisions shall be controlled. Supplier requests for changes to the
design model or PDD/LDD shall be documented and submitted to ATK.
2. Inspection: The Supplier shall provide an inspection report for each production
lot that documents compliance with all requirements of the ATK design model
and PDD/LDD. The report shall map to the PDD/LDD requirements (the Supplier
may annotate a copy of the PDD/LDD). A hard copy of inspection data used to
validate the attributes shown on the PDD/LDD shall accompany the inspection
report, and shall also map to the PDD/LDD requirements. The inspection data
for the undimensioned default profile may be submitted in accordance with
2030F010 PDD/LDD Quality Assurance Requirements paragraph 4.2.
Alignment points to the original model file origin must be included with the
digital inspection data if realignment was necessary for machining and
inspection purposes. Electronic data shall be reported in a 3D translation
format such as .IGES, .STP, or CSV.
QQR23: DIGITAL DESIGN MODEL AND PDD: SUPPLIER

APPROVAL
Suppliers shall be approved by ATK prior to manufacturing to an ATK Partially

Defined Drawing (PDD). Requirements for PDDs are located in ATK-FORM-293.
Contact ATK for direction.
ATK-FURNISHED MATERIAL
QCF1: ATK-FURNISHED MATERIAL
It is the Supplier's responsibility to inspect ATK-furnished material upon receipt for
identification, count, condition, and assurance of the presence of required
documentation. Nonconforming material or material not fitting the Supplier's tooling
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shall be identified, segregated, and withheld from further processing and ATK shall be
notified.
The Supplier shall ensure that handling, preservation, and storage are such that
material is protected at all times. ATK furnished tooling and/or excess material shall
be identified on Supplier packing lists and returned at the completion of the order.
When material is ATK-furnished and the Vendor Inspection Plan (VIP) requires a
certificate of analysis (C of A) or certificate of conformance (C of C), record the words
ATK-Furnished in the C of A or C of C along with the specification or part number and
lot or serial number of the material. If acceptance data is supplied with the ATKfurnished material, include the data in the inspection data package when required by
the VIP.
QCF2: ATKFURNISHED MATERIALS/COMPONENTS

When ATK-furnished materials or components are used by the Supplier, ATK
specifications and accept tags take precedence over any other markings or
manufacturer recommendations. The Supplier shall use materials in accordance with
ATK shelf life, usage life, and storage condition requirements.
QCF3: COMPLIANCE WITH DD250

The Supplier shall complete and submit Form DD250, Material Receiving and
Inspection Report. Preparation of the form shall be in accordance with
DFARS 52.246-7000 Appendix F. Contact ATK for copies of the form.
QCF4: GOVERNMENT AND ATK PROPERTY CONTROL

The Supplier shall be responsible for all property and associated documentation
provided to the Supplier or its sub-tier suppliers by ATK or the Government in
accordance with the purchase agreement. The Supplier shall establish procedures to
control and protect the integrity of all property.
TOOLING
QTC1: ACCEPTANCE TOOL CONTROL SYSTEM
The Supplier shall maintain a quality system which controls all acceptance tooling.
The acceptance tool control system shall include as a minimum complete design
controls, tool discrepancy control, and inspection controls (initial and periodic). An
audit of the Suppliers acceptance tool control system shall be performed by ATK and
if approved, control of acceptance tools shall be through the Suppliers approved
system.
QTC2: ACCEPTANCE TOOL CONTROL

Selection and control of tools and standard measuring instruments (SMI) is at the
Suppliers discretion except as follows:
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1. The Supplier shall control tools and SMI used for acceptance.
2. Tools and SMI used for acceptance shall be calibrated in accordance with QMT1
and/or any additional QMT subparagraphs imposed per the purchase
agreement.
3. Prior to use, manufacturing tools used in lieu of gages (TULOGs) and specially
designed acceptance gages require ATK approval and, at ATK's discretion,
proofing.
4. Tools that receive ATK approval to be used as TULOGs must comply with a
Supplier-established periodic inspection program acceptable to ATK. Use of the
tools must be discontinued pending ATK-approved reproofing if the tool is:
a. Moved to a facility other than where proofed.
b. Damaged.
c. Removed from the ATK inspection form.
d. Found to produce a nonconforming item.
e. Classified defective as a result of periodic tool inspection.
5. Departure from ATK-specified inspection methods requires prior written
approval by ATK.
6. Tooling furnished by ATK or its customer shall not be modified without prior
written authorization.
7. Acceptance gage tolerance shall be no greater than ten (10) percent of the
total tolerance of the attribute being inspected unless otherwise approved by
ATK.
8. The Suppliers tool control system shall define a significant out-of-tolerance
condition as any condition beyond two (2) times the required accuracy of the
tool. The Suppliers tool control system shall require notification of
measurement and test equipment (M&TE) users and other appropriate Supplier
elements of significant out-of-tolerance conditions so appropriate actions can
be taken to correct possible nonconforming items.
QTC3: TOOL DESIGN CONTROL

The Supplier shall provide designs of all Supplier-designed acceptance tooling to ATK
prior to fabrication of the tool. Initial designs and changes to the design shall require
review and written approval by ATK before incorporation.
QTC4: TOOL DRAWING CONTROL

The Supplier shall establish a tool drawing and drawing change control system that
includes, but is not limited to:
1. Complete configuration control.
2. Incorporation of the required changes at a previously designated effectivity
point.
3. Characteristics and design criteria required for procurement, fabrication,
inspection, and test.
4. Proper identification of new and changed tooling.

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5. Distribution of drawings to proper points at proper times, and removal of all

obsolete drawings from all points of issue and use.
6. Approval by the Suppliers quality assurance organization of all new tool
designs and changes.
QTC5: TOOLING INSPECTION SYSTEM

The Supplier shall establish an initial and periodic inspection system for tooling
based on tool drawing requirements. Periodic inspections shall be performed to
ensure tool integrity. This system shall include, but is not be limited to:
1. Proofing of all new, replacement, or modified tooling.
a. A proofing plan and the proofing date shall be submitted to ATK for
review by ATK Tool Quality Engineering. ATK Tool Quality Engineering
reserves the right to witness the proofing.
2. Inspection of new, reworked, repaired, modified, or replaced tooling. Actual
measured values shall be recorded by qualified quality assurance personnel.
3. Written tool inspection planning.
4. Tooling identification indicating acceptability, configuration, and inspection due
dates (tag or recall system).
5. A recall system to assure tools are not used when periodic inspections are
required.
6. Inspections and tests conducted in a temperature controlled environment with
all standards traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology
(NIST).
QTC6: TOOLING DISCREPANCY CONTROL SYSTEM

The Supplier shall establish a discrepancy control system for tooling based on
drawing requirements. The discrepancy control system shall include, but is not
limited to:
1. The Supplier shall immediately discontinue the use of acceptance tooling that
is out-of-tolerance.
2. Identification and control of discrepant, out-of-calibration, or out-of-tolerance
tooling with instructions prohibiting their use.
3. Design departures and discrepancies shall be documented on a tool rejection
form.
4. The dispositions of all nonconforming tooling shall require ATK Tooling Quality
Engineering approval.
5. Records of all rejections and rework traceable to specific tools and maintained
on file subject to review by ATK.
QTC7: DESIGN TOLERANCES FOR ACCEPTANCE TOOLING

Tooling used for product acceptance shall be designed so the total error in accuracy
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characteristic being accepted by the tool. All exceptions to this requirement shall be
approved in writing by ATK Quality.
QTC8: DESIGN TOLERANCES FOR PRODUCTION TOOLING

Production tooling used for product acceptance shall be designed so the total error
in accuracy and precision is no greater than 25 percent of the total tolerance for
each characteristic being controlled by the tool. All exceptions to this requirement
shall be approved in writing by ATK Quality.
QTC9: OUT-OF-TOLERANCE CONDITIONS

The Supplier shall immediately notify ATK of any out-of-tolerance conditions which
may affect delivered items so that appropriate evaluation and corrective action may
be taken. If the Supplier has ATK Material Review Board (MRB) authority, the
discrepancy shall be processed in accordance with established policies and
procedures controlling MRB.
QTC10: ITEMS INSPECTED USING OUT-OF-TOLERANCE TOOLING

Any item accepted using tooling or equipment found to be out-of-tolerance since its
most recent calibration or periodic inspection shall be identified and put on hold
status. The item shall remain on hold status until reinspected and found acceptable.
If the item has been included in a higher assembly, the assembly shall be put on
hold status. If any of the items have been shipped to ATK, the Supplier shall
immediately notify ATK.
QTC11: ACCEPTANCE TOOLING STORAGE

Tooling stored by the Supplier shall be preserved and protected in a manner that will
prevent misuse, damage, or deterioration. Written handling and storage instructions
shall exist for each tool.
NONCONFORMANCES
QNC1: NONCONFORMING ITEM REPLACEMENT
Unless otherwise directed by ATK the Supplier shall replace nonconforming items
with items that conform to engineering requirements. If the Supplier desires to use,
rework, or repair any nonconforming items a request for Material Review Board
(MRB) action shall be submitted to ATK before any work is performed. Items with
open nonconformances shall not be delivered unless approved in writing by ATK.
QNC2: MRB DELEGATION

Material Review Board (MRB) authority is not delegated to the Supplier.
Nonconforming material shall not be delivered to ATK without written approval by
ATK. The Supplier shall notify ATK of all nonconformances in writing. Approval for
use may be granted by MRB, and delivery may be authorized with this written

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approval. Approval to ship nonconforming items must be requested for each specific
occurrence.
QNC3: SUBMITTAL OF DISPOSITIONED NONCONFORMING ITEMS

Documentation accompanying submitted items which required nonconformance
disposition by ATK shall reference the ATK nonconformance numbers. A copy of the
dispositioned ATK nonconformance documents along with objective evidence of
compliance with the disposition shall accompany the submitted items. Supplier
records shall be maintained and made available upon request to provide the
relevant history of submitted nonconforming items up to and including submittal.
QNC4: SUPPLIER NONCONFORMANCE RECORDS

Supplier nonconformance records shall be maintained and made available to ATK
upon request. Nonconformance records shall include:
1. A uniquely identifiable and traceable report number.
2. A detailed description of the nonconformance including photographic evidence
to the greatest extent possible.
3. The nonconforming item name and part number, serial number, manufacturer,
lot number, as well as the next higher assembly name and part number, serial
number, manufacturer, and lot number as applicable.
4. The circumstances surrounding the discovery of the nonconformance,
including who discovered the nonconformance, how it was discovered, where it
was discovered, when it was discovered and the general condition of the item
upon discovery of the nonconformance.
5. The identity of the initiator of the nonconformance record.
6. Disposition instructions along with clear indication of disposition approval by
authorized personnel.
7. Objective evidence of compliance with the disposition instructions.
8. Clear identification of record closure following compliance with disposition
instructions.
QNC5: FAILURE ANALYSIS/CAUSE AND CORRECTIVE ACTION

The Supplier shall perform a failure analysis on all nonconforming items in the
purchase agreement and as a minimum shall provide ATK:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Date of report.
Purchase agreement number.
Supplier's name and address.
Part name, part number, revision level, and serial/lot number.
ATK nonconformance or corrective action number, if applicable.
Specific and contributory causes of failure, including documentation of all
investigation activities.
7. Corrective action taken to preclude recurrence.
8. Effectivity of corrective action, date or serial number.
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9. Signature, title and date or stamp and date of ATK quality representative
approving the analysis report. A typed name on a submitted document is an
acceptable substitute for a signature.
10.The effectiveness of corrective actions shall be verified by objective evidence.
PROCUREMENT
QPR1: FLOWDOWN REQUIREMENTS
Quality requirements imposed in the purchase agreement must be flowed to subtier suppliers. The Supplier shall determine the quality requirements that are
applicable to the sub-tier suppliers.
QPR2: SUB-TIER SUPPLIER CONTROL

The Supplier shall assure the adequacy and quality of all items and services
purchased from sub-tier suppliers. Technical assistance and training shall be
provided to sub-tier suppliers as necessary to achieve the required quality levels.
QPR3: QUALITY PARTICIPATION IN SUB-TIER SELECTION

The Suppliers quality organization shall participate in the selection of sub-tier
suppliers. The quality organization shall verify sub-tier suppliers have an acceptable
quality record for supplying a similar item.
QPR4: PRE-AWARD SURVEYS OF SUB-TIER SUPPLIERS

The Supplier shall perform pre-award surveys of their sub-tier suppliers. Pre-award
surveys shall be documented and made available to ATK upon request.
QPR5: ATK DISAPPROVAL OF SUB-TIER SUPPLIERS

ATK shall have the authority to disapprove the use of any sub-tier supplier.
QPR6: RAW MATERIAL PURCHASE AGREEMENTS

The Suppliers purchase agreements with sub-tier suppliers for raw materials that
will form part of the delivered item shall include, where applicable, the requirements
for chemical and/or mechanical test results traceable to the manufacturer.
QPR7: OFF-THE-SHELF/CATALOG ITEM PURCHASE AGREEMENTS

The Suppliers purchase agreements with sub-tier suppliers for off-the-shelf or
catalog items (e.g., bearings, springs, screws, washers) that will form part of the
delivered item shall include, where applicable, chemical and/or mechanical test
results traceable to the manufacturer.
QPR8: ATK SPECIFICATIONS USED FOR PROCUREMENT

Materials procured for and/or used to manufacture items in the purchase agreement
shall be certified to the material specifications and revisions identified in the
purchase agreement. Suppliers purchasing these materials shall flow the exact
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material specification and revision as identified in the purchase agreement to their

sub-tier suppliers.
QPR9: RECEIVING INSPECTION SYSTEM

The Supplier shall maintain a receiving inspection system that ensures procured
items conform to purchase agreement requirements. All items and their records
shall be clearly marked to indicate the acceptance status when released from
receiving inspection. Receiving inspection records shall include as a minimum:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Date of receipt.
Results of inspections or tests.
Applicable procedures for the inspections or tests.
Disposition of the inspected or tested items.
Sub-tier supplier documentation received with items.
Evidence of government, ATK, or Supplier source inspection when applicable.
QPR10: PROCUREMENT DOCUMENTS

Before release, Supplier procurement documents shall be reviewed by the Supplier's
quality personnel for approved sources, document revisions, quality requirements,
and Government, ATK, and Supplier source inspection requirements. A quality
assurance approval signature, stamp, initial, etc. shall be required.
PROCESS CONTROL
QPC1: WORK INSTRUCTIONS
The Supplier shall have written work instructions that ensure consistent
manufacturing operations. All materials, process steps, and process control tooling
shall be identified in the work instructions. Special tooling shall be noted by its
identifying number in the operational sequence in which it is used. Direction to
record all materials and processes used for manufacture shall be provided in the
work instructions. Fabrication or processing of materials shall not begin prior to
implementation and proofing of work instructions or changes thereto. Processing
documents shall be approved by the Suppliers quality assurance personnel.
QPC2: ATK-APPROVED WORK INSTRUCTIONS

Prior to initiation of production, the Supplier shall notify ATK and submit
documentation outlining the manufacturing process for approval by ATK. This
documentation shall include at a minimum but is not limited to:
1. Method or type of processing used.
2. Manufacturing location, including any satellite locations.
3. Materials used, including processing aids such as gloves, brushes, orange
sticks, etc.
4. Process work instructions.
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5.
6.
7.
8.
Process drawings.
Inspection plans.
Packaging methods and materials.
Handling and transportation instructions.
Once the manufacturing process has been approved by ATK, any change to the
manufacturing process requires ATK approval prior to implementation per paragraph
QQR4. A copy of the revised document, excluding proprietary information, shall be
submitted with change information. Clarifications and corrections of typographical
errors, formatting errors, or misspellings are not considered a process modification
or change.
QPC3: PROCESS CONTROLS FOR RAW MATERIALS

The Supplier shall prepare procedures to implement the applicable processing
requirements for raw materials. The Supplier shall include detailed performance and
control provisions describing the preparation of materials and equipment, conditions
to be maintained during each phase of processing, environmental controls, and the
required inspection and test documentation.
QPC4: PROCESS CONTROLS FOR FABRICATION PROCESSES

The Supplier shall prepare procedures to control fabrication processes (e.g., metal
joining, bonding, plating and coating, chemical or surface treatment, pressure
testing) wherein inspection cannot ensure uniform quality. When samples or visual
aids are necessary to define acceptable workmanship they shall be selected by the
Supplier and approved by ATK Quality. NOTE: If available, existing ATK samples,
standards, inspection aids, or photographs shall be made available to the Supplier
upon request.
QPC5: WORKMANSHIP
The Supplier shall maintain documented workmanship standards. Workmanship
standards shall comply with ATK specifications and industry best practices.
QPC6: STATISTICAL PROCESS CONTROL

The Supplier shall use Statistical Process Control (SPC) for controlling the
manufacturing process. ATK shall approve the SPC plan prior to the start of
manufacture. The use of SPC does not supersede the requirements for change
control notification.
QPC7: SPC FOR KEY CHARACTERISTICS

Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques must be used on key characteristics of
this item. Specific requirements shall be included in the purchase agreement line
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QPC8: ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE PREVENTION

The Supplier shall create and maintain an electrostatic discharge plan in accordance
with the requirements of ANSI/ESD S20.20. The plan shall be submitted to ATK for
approval. Changes to the approved electrostatic discharge plan shall be
documented and submitted to ATK for approval.
QPC9: DYE PENETRANT INSPECTION

The Supplier shall ensure that manufacturing processes do not create surface
indications which, when inspected per ATK Procedure 90-000086, Fluorescent
Penetrant Inspection Procedure- Fracture Critical Components, are basis for
rejection. ATK reserves the right to reject and return to the Supplier any material or
parts in the event of replacement. If the Supplier determines material or parts can
be reworked to drawing requirements, prior approval must be obtained in writing
from ATK Engineering and Quality.
SPECIAL PROCESSES
QSP1: SPECIAL PROCESSES
Special processes are segregated into fabrication special processes and
Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) special processes. Examples of special processes
are firing, pyrolysis, autoclave cure, flame/metal spraying, welding, heat treatment,
plating and coating, etching and priming, nondestructive testing (e.g. ultrasonic,
magnetic particle, dye penetrant, and X-ray inspections), environmental and
laboratory testing, de-scaling, bronzing, and environmental testing such as
vibration, acoustic, shock, and thermal cycle.
Personnel performing special processes shall be certified in accordance with
applicable special process specifications. Personnel performing NDE special
processes shall be certified to ASNT-TC-1A, NAS 410 or as specified in the purchase
agreement. The Supplier shall have records of its personnel certifications and subtier supplier special process approvals on file and available for review by ATK.
The Supplier and any sub-tier supplier shall either have special processes approval
by ATK or the Supplier's system to control its sub-tier supplier special processes
shall have been approved by ATK. Approval of special process sub-tier suppliers
does not relieve the Supplier of the responsibility for exercising those control
measures necessary to ensure work performed by sub-tier suppliers is in
accordance with specification requirements.
For each part or weldment requiring NDE special processes, the Supplier or sub-tier
supplier shall complete a technique chart and submit it to ATK for approval. The
chart may be in the Supplier's or sub-tier supplier's format and shall be the
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ATK shall not be held responsible for defects in workmanship, loss of parts, or
damages resulting from performance of ATK-approved special processes.
Note 1: ATK shall approve the technique chart and any change thereto prior to NDE
for item acceptance unless otherwise specified in the purchase agreement.
Note 2: Technique charts approved for the same item on previous procurements
need not be resubmitted if the inspection technique is unchanged.
Note 3: The technique chart number and revision shall be recorded on the test
reports submitted by the Supplier to ATK.
QSP2: CRITICAL AND/OR SPECIAL PROCESSES

For processes designated as Critical or Special, a special process certification
shall be provided with each shipment. The Supplier shall submit documentation
showing qualification and/or certification.
QSP3: NADCAP CERTIFICATION FOR SPECIAL PROCESSES

The Supplier shall be accredited to the applicable NADCAP requirements for the
special processes they perform as part of the purchase agreement.
QSP4: SPECIAL PROCESS QUALIFICATION

The Supplier shall demonstrate it is qualified to perform special processes in
accordance with applicable process specifications in the purchase agreement.
Applicable qualification test results shall be submitted to ATK for approval prior to
performing the same process on the deliverable item. The process shall be
requalified if there is a change in material and/or methodology, or if the Supplier
has not performed the process for more than 18 months. Process parameters and
acceptance criteria shall conform to the applicable process specifications.
QSP5: SPECIAL PROCESSES: CUSTOMER-SPECIFIC SUPPLIERS

Special process suppliers must be approved by ATKs customer at the time of
processing. If ATKs customer information is not provided in the purchase
agreement, contact ATK to obtain the information.
QSP6: SPECIAL PROCESSES: BOEING APPROVED SUPPLIERS

Supplier and sub-tier suppliers who perform special processes shall be approved per
Boeing D1-4426. Certification shall be per and list the Boeing Process Code and the
Supplier Processor Code number. Contact ATK if assistance is needed locating an
approved supplier.
QSP7: SPECIAL PROCESSES: SUPPLIER DELEGATED

The Supplier is responsible for audits of sub-tier suppliers who perform special
processes or tests. The Supplier shall assure the sub-tier supplier quality system
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QSP8: INSPECTION REPORT

The Supplier shall include an inspection report listing the specification number and
revision used, statement for acceptance criteria used, and a statement that
magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, ultrasonic, eddy current or x-ray/n-ray
inspection has been performed on items being supplied in accordance with
applicable specifications. An authorized acceptance stamp or signature shall be
affixed to the report. A typed name submitted by the supplier is a legally acceptable
substitute.
QSP9: INSPECTION REPORT DETAIL

Supplier or sub-tier supplier certifications and/or test reports identifying the
specifications and revision to which items conform shall be included with shipment.
Certification shall include, but is not limited to:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Name and location of the process facility.

Date of service.
ATK part number, revision, serial number, and description.
Purchase agreement number.
Quantity.
Identification of the lot, batch, and serial number if applicable.
Materials used and processes performed.
All required processing specifications and revisions as specified. Specific
requirements shall be included in the purchase agreement line item detail
notes.
9. Supporting test data, oven charts, time/temperature charts, point maps,
data files, NDI reports, etc. as applicable.
10.A statement of conformance indicating that all requirements have been
met.
11.The signature and title of the certified/authorized representative.
12.Evidence of current approval by ATKs customer when required.
QSP10: REPORT FOR SUB-TIER SHIPMENTS

When items are shipped to a sub-tier party, inspection reports shall be sent to ATK
at the time of shipment.
QSP11: RADIOGRAPHIC FILM/REPORT

The Supplier shall submit X-ray/N-ray film and reports with each shipment.
QSP12: X-RAY CONTROL DOCUMENT

The Supplier shall submit an X-ray control document to ATK identifying areas to be
X-rayed, image views, and orientation to allow precise film interpretation. When
welding is a requirement, identify each weld by number, direction, and the number
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QSP13: HEAT TREAT CERTIFICATION

The Supplier shall include a heat treat certification listing the heat lot, actual
chemical, physical, and, mechanical properties, specification used (including class,
type, etc. as applicable), and indication that the method used was in compliance
with the specification for all items shipped. An authorized acceptance stamp or
signature shall be affixed. A typed name submitted by the Supplier is a legally
acceptable substitute.
QSP14: HEAT TREAT TEST SAMPLES

Two (2) test bars shall be heat treated with each lot of heat treated material and
submitted with the shipment of the parts. Documentation shall accompany the test
bars identifying which parts they accompanied through the heat-treat process.
QSP15: WELDING
The Supplier shall maintain certified status of all welding personnel, welding
facilities, and visual weld inspectors employed in fulfillment of the purchase
agreement in accordance with AWS D17.1 or other applicable codes and
specifications. The Supplier shall also maintain Welding Procedure Specifications
(WPSs) for submittal and approval by ATK. Note 1: AWS D17.1 allows use of other
standards/codes for non-flight hardware (Table 8.1). Note 2: Compliance with
AWS D17.1 and NASA-SPEC-5004 is required for welded materials used in NASA
Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Transportation Support Equipment (TSE).
Note 3: Compliance with AWS D17.1 and NASA-STD-5006 is required for welded
materials used in NASA flight hardware.
QSP16: WELDING CERTIFICATION

The Supplier shall include in a certificate of conformance (C of C) a statement that
welding has been performed on welded items being supplied in accordance with
applicable codes and specifications. An authorized acceptance stamp or signature
shall be affixed. A typed name submitted by the Supplier is a legally acceptable
substitute.
QSP17: CRITICAL/SEMI-CRITICAL WELD DOCUMENTATION

Critical/semi-critical welds are defined as:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Welds identified as Class A or B per AWS D17.1.

Welds identified as Class C per AWS D17.1 in non-typical materials.
Welds on tooling or equipment used in an energetic environment.
Welds and brazed joints on pressure vessels and pressure systems per
ASME BPVC and ASME B31.
5. Welds identified as Class A, B, and C per NASA-STD-5006.
6. Welds identified as Class A, B, and C per NASA-SPEC-5004.
7. Structural Brazed joints per AWS-C3.3-C3.7.

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Typical materials are defined as:

1. Low/mild carbon steels: ASTM A36, A53, A105, A234, A500, A516, A569, AISI
1010-1028.
2. Aluminum: 6061, 6063 (except when Post-Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT) is
required).
3. Austenitic stainless steel: 304, 304L, 316, 316L (except when used in a
corrosive environment).
QSP18: WELD DOCUMENTS REQUIRED PRIOR TO FABRICATION

(1)
For critical/semi-critical welds, prior to fabrication of welded items, the Supplier shall
submit the applicable information identified in Part II of ATK form FQA-0171 to ATK for
review and approval.
1. This form is provided with each purchase agreement with specific welding
requirements identified and shall be completed by the Supplier and submitted
to ATK for approval along with the required information.
2. ATK Welding Engineering shall review and approve the Supplier-provided
information by returning the signed form to the Supplier. The ATK signature
shall authorize the Supplier to proceed with fabrication.
QSP19: WELD DOCUMENTS REQUIRED PRIOR TO FABRICATION

(2)
For critical/semi-critical welds, prior to fabrication of welded items, the Supplier shall
submit applicable weld procedures, welder or weld operator qualification
records/reports, and the process to be used, in accordance with AWS D17.1 Section
4.4, to ATK for review and approval.
QSP20: WELD DOCUMENTS REQUIRED WITH SHIPMENT (1)

For critical/semi-critical welds, after the completion of production welding,
fabrication and inspection, the Supplier shall submit the applicable information
identified in Part III of ATK form FQA-0171 to ATK along with a copy of the approved
form.
QSP21: WELD DOCUMENTS REQUIRED WITH SHIPMENT (2)

For critical/semi-critical welds, with shipment of the welded product, the Supplier shall
submit:
1. Names of welder, welder signatures, and processes used on a certificate of
conformance (C of C) in accordance with AWS D17.1 Paragraph 8.5.10.
2. A copy of the Supplier Welding Approval sheet that has been approved by ATK.
3. An inspection report by an AWS Certified Weld Inspector(CWI) or qualified
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AWS CWI is used as certification of compliance to AWS D17.1 Paragraphs 6.1.2

and 6.2.
QSP22: NON-CRITICAL WELD DOCUMENTATION

Non-critical welds are defined as welds identified as Class C per AWS D17.1 in typical
materials. Typical materials are defined as:
1. Low/mild carbon steels: ASTM A36, A53, A105, A234, A500, A516, A569, AISI
1010-1028.
2. Aluminum: 6061, 6063 (except when Post-Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT) is
required).
3. Austenitic stainless steel: 304, 304L, 316, 316L (except when used in a
corrosive environment).
Prior to fabrication of welded items, the Supplier shall ensure the following are
available upon request:
1. Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) for each welded material.
2. Qualification records for each welder or weld operator in accordance with
AWS D17.1
3. Qualification records for each inspector indicating qualification as either an
AWS Certified Weld Inspector (CWI)or an ATK approved equivalent.
The Supplier shall submit the following to ATK after production welding, fabrication,
and inspection is complete:
1. Visual weld inspection reports signed by a welding inspector (AWS CAWI, CWI,
SCWI or ATK approved equivalent) as certification of compliance with
AWS D17.1 Section 6. Inspection reports shall include:
a. Verification that all welding operations were performed only by qualified
welders or welding operators.
b. Verification that all welding was performed in accordance with approved
Welding Procedure Specifications (WPSs).
c. Verification that the size, length, and location of all welds conforms to
applicable requirements.
d. Verification that the final welds meet acceptance criteria.
QSP23: VISUAL WELD INSPECTION REPORT

After production welding, fabrication, and inspection are complete the Supplier shall
submit a visual weld inspection report to ATK. The report shall be signed by the
certified welding inspector (AWS CAWI, CWI, SCWI, or ATK approved equivalent) as
certificate of compliance to AWS D17.1 section 6. The visual weld inspection report
shall include:
1. Verification that all welding operations are performed only by qualified welders
or welding operators.
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2. Verification that all welding is performed in accordance with approved Welding

Procedure Specifications (WPSs).
3. Verification that the size, length, and location of all welds conform to the
requirements of the purchase agreement documents.
4. Verification that the final welds meet acceptance criteria.
QSP24: TEFLON COATING

Teflon coating shall be performed per ATK document SP-V-GF-3.1.1. Teflon
application shall be performed by an ATK-approved Teflon supplier. The Supplier
shall provide processing documentation as required per SP-V-GF-3.1.1. An
authorized acceptance stamp or signature shall be affixed. A typed name submitted
by the Supplier is a legally acceptable substitute.
QSP25: BLACK TEFLON COATING

Black Teflon coating shall be performed in accordance with ATK document
GPI000036. Teflon application shall be performed by an ATK-approved Teflon
supplier. The Supplier shall provide processing documentation as required per
GPI000036. An authorized acceptance stamp or signature shall be affixed. A typed
name submitted by the Supplier is a legally acceptable substitute.
QSP26: BLACK OR GREEN TEFLON COATING

Teflon coating shall be performed in accordance with ATK document S-0004.
Teflon application shall be performed by an ATK-approved Teflon supplier. The
Supplier shall provide the following processing documentation at a minimum:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Certification of conformance to drawing requirements and to S-0004.

Temperature recorder charts for all bake-out and Teflon fusing operations.
Relative humidity recorder charts.
Material certification for Teflon-S and Teflon FEP.
Teflon-S and Teflon FEP thickness recording measurements.
An authorized acceptance stamp or signature shall be affixed. A typed name

submitted by the Supplier is a legally acceptable substitute.
QSP27: SOLDERING
Soldering shall be performed in accordance with NASA-STD-8739.3 or J-STD-001DS.
The Supplier shall provide certification that soldering was performed in accordance
with one of these standards.
QSP28: CRIMPING
Crimping shall be performed in accordance with NASA-STD-8739.4. The Supplier
shall provide certification that crimping was performed in accordance with this
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QSP29: CABLE AND WIRE HARNESS ASSEMBLIES

Cable and wire harness assemblies shall be accepted per the requirements in
specification ICP WHMA-A-620. The Supplier shall provide certification of acceptance
per the requirements in this specification.
INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

QIN1: ACCEPTANCE TEST PROCEDURES
The Supplier shall prepare test procedures detailing all tests required for
acceptance. Each item that requires acceptance testing shall have an acceptance
test procedure. Test procedures require ATK approval prior to delivery of the first
article. All subsequent changes to acceptance test procedures are subject to ATK
approval. When tests are performed using equipment controlled by computer
software or firmware, the software or firmware associated with or affecting those
tests shall be approved by ATK.
QIN2: ACCEPTANCE TEST PROCEDURES DETAIL

Detailed procedures shall be available to inspection and test personnel and shall
include:
1. Nomenclature and identification of the test item or material.
2. Detailed sequential steps and operations including verification requirements at
each step.
3. Instructions for operation of special data recording or automated test
equipment.
4. Environmental conditions to be maintained.
5. Training requirements for testing certification.
6. Details of any inspection sampling plan to be used.
QIN3: TEST/INSPECTION ENVIRONMENT

The supplier shall ensure items fabricated or processed in a temperature controlled
environment are inspected or tested under similar conditions to prevent quality
degradation.
QIN4: INSPECTION/TEST VALUE ROUNDING

All limits in ATK specifications and drawings are absolute unless stated otherwise in
the specification or drawing. The Supplier shall not round attribute values into
conformance with engineering limits.
QIN5: REPORTING, ROUNDING, AND RECORDING OF DATA

Measurement instruments shall be selected for use based on theaccuracy, stability,
range, and resolution required for their intended use. Accuracy ratios may be used
to determine adequacy but shall not exceed a 4:1 ratio unless otherwise approved
by ATK. Recorded values must indicate the unit of measurement. Note:
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Measurement instruments used to verify drawing and specification dimensional

requirements shall be calibrated in accordance with paragraph QMT1 and any
associated subparagraphs imposed. Recorded values shall reflect at a minimum the
same resolution (number of decimal places) as the tolerance even if the final digits
are zeros. Example: The dimensional requirement is 9.015 .020. The recorded
value must show a minimum of three decimal places (i.e. 9.010, not 9.01 or
9.0100). Interpretation of limits shall be as stated in ASME Y14.5M: "All limits are
absolute; hence all tolerance limits of a dimension are absolute with an infinite
number of zeros beyond the last stated digit." In accordance with ASME Y14.5.1,
internal diameters (ID) shall be determined by the inscribed circle method and
outside diameters (OD) shall be determined by the circumscribed circle method.
Under no circumstances shall least-mean-square or root-mean-square be used to
calculate ID or OD size without written authorization from ATK. For purposes of
determining conformance with drawings and specifications, an observed value or a
calculated value shall be rounded to the nearest unit in the last right-hand
significant digit used in expressing the limiting value in accordance with the
rounding method of ASTM E29. Under no circumstances shall values be rounded into
tolerance. Since limits are absolute, "rounding in" is not correct or proper in
increasing or decreasing the value of a reported dimension to fall within the
tolerance.
QIN6: INCREASED ACCURACY RATIO REQUIREMENT

Accuracy ratios may be used to determine adequacy but shall not exceed a 10:1
ratio unless otherwise approved by ATK.
QIN7: CRITICAL ITEM AND KEY CHARACTERISTIC CONTROL

The Supplier shall establish, implement, and maintain appropriate methods to
control critical items, including process controls and/or inspections, for which key
characteristics have been identified in ATK engineering documentation. The Supplier
shall perform 100% inspection of critical characteristics identified in the ATK
engineering document. Key characteristic verification methods require ATK approval
prior to use. The Supplier shall submit a certificate of conformance with each
shipment attesting that all critical items and key characteristics have been verified
to meet the requirements of the engineering documents. The certification shall
contain, at a minimum, a listing of the critical items and key characteristics verified,
verification methods used for each key characteristic, the Supplier name, the part
numbers, purchase agreement number, serial numbers (if applicable), and quantity
shipped. An authorized representative of the Supplier shall date and validate the
certificate either by signature and title or inspection stamp.
QIN8: AS9103 VARIATION MANAGEMENT OF KEY

CHARACTERISTICS
The Supplier shall meet the requirements of AS9103.

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QIN9: SAMPLING
The Supplier shall prepare and maintain an inspection record validating 100%
compliance with each engineering requirement of the deliverable item. When
authorized by ATK the Supplier shall perform acceptance inspection using a
sampling procedure approved by ATK. Sampling plans shall not be used to accept
design parameters of serialized hardware unless specifically authorized by ATK
inspection documents, an ATK-approved supplier inspection plan, or the purchase
agreement. Unless otherwise specified in the material specification, an ATKapproved supplier inspection plan, or the purchase agreement, sampling of lotted
material shall be in accordance with standard sampling plans (e.g. MIL-STD-105,
MIL-STD-414, MIL-STD-1916, ANSI/ASQ Z1.4, ANSI/ASQ Z1.9) only, with prior ATK
approval of the inspection level. The sampling plan shall preclude the acceptance of
lots whose samples have known nonconformities. Should the Supplier wish to
implement a different sampling plan, ATK approval shall be obtained prior to use.
QIN10: SAMPLING PERMITTED

The Supplier is authorized to perform sample inspection in accordance with
ANSI/ASQ Z1.4. Critical characteristics, when defined by the drawing, specification,
or purchase agreement, are to be inspected 100%. Other dimensions and features
may be inspected to an AQL of 1.0. The Supplier shall supply test/inspection data
with actual results.
QIN11: SPECIFIC SAMPLING

The lot sampling plan shall meet the requirements of ANSI/ASQ Z1.4, General
Inspection Level II, Single, Normal, and AQL 1.0.
QIN12: PYROTECHNIC SAMPLING

For pyrotechnic device inspection, the use of sample inspection and sample plans
shall be approved by ATK. When used, sample inspection shall be in accordance
with ANSI/ASQ Z1.4, with the following exception: Whenever sample inspection
reveals one or more nonconforming items and the sampling plan does not require
rejection of the lot, all items in the lot shall be inspected for the identified
nonconforming characteristic.
QIN13: MATERIAL RETENTION

The Supplier shall retain sufficient material of the same lot of each shipment to
perform two (2) sets of certifiable tests as required by specifications and/or
drawings pursuant to the purchase agreement for a period of at least 12 months
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FOD/CONTAMINATION CONTROL
QFC1: FOD PREVENTION
Deliverable items shall be free of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) that can be detected
by a visual inspection. The Supplier shall document and investigate all FOD
incidents assuring elimination of the root cause. ATK shall have the right to perform
inspections and/or audits as a method of verification that the Supplier's FOD control
procedures are functional, documented and effective.
QFC2: FOD PREVENTION PROGRAM

The Supplier shall maintain a Foreign Object Debris (FOD) control program assuring
work is accomplished in a manner preventing foreign objects or material from
entering and remaining in deliverable items or contaminating deliverable items. The
following items constitute the minimum requirements under this clause:
1. The Supplier shall establish and implement a FOD program procedure.
2. The Supplier shall identify a single FOD control person responsible for
implementing the FOD prevention program.
3. Employees shall be trained in FOD recognition and response.
4. Establishment and maintenance of a training program for the FOD program.
5. The Supplier shall document and investigate all FOD incidents assuring
elimination of the root cause.
6. Housekeeping of the work area shall preclude the risk of FOD incidents.
7. Control of tools, parts, and material shall preclude the risk of FOD incidents.
8. Tooling, jigs, fixtures, test equipment, and handling devices shall be
maintained in a state of cleanliness and repair to prevent foreign object
damage.
9. Assessment of proposed process changes to determine potential FOD issues.
10.Procedures relating to closing inaccessible or obscured areas or compartments
during assembly and packaging shall provide for inspection for foreign
objects/materials.
11.ATK shall have the right to perform inspections and/or audits as a method of
verification that the Suppliers FOD control program is functional, documented,
and effective. The Supplier is strongly encouraged to expand and tailor the
FOD program for their product lines.
QFC3: FOD PREVENTION PROGRAM NAS412

The Supplier shall comply with National Aerospace Standard NAS412 or request
approval from ATK to use an equivalent FOD program.
QFC4: FOD CERTIFICATION

The Supplier shall submit a statement of certification that deliverable items are free
of any foreign materials specified in the purchase agreement that could cause

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damage to the item or to the components or systems of which the item is a part or
to which the item is attached.
QFC5: FOD INSPECTION

Prior to closing inaccessible or obscured areas or compartments during assembly
the Supplier shall inspect for foreign objects and materials. Tooling, jigs, fixtures,
test equipment, and handling devices shall be maintained in a state of cleanliness
and repair to prevent foreign object damage.
QFC6: ATK-APPROVED CLEANING

The Supplier shall clean items ordered in the purchase agreement per ATK
contamination control specifications. Cleaning and/or testing of the items shall be
performed in facilities with ATK-approved procedures and equipment. Each item
shall be identified with a tag certifying its cleaning status and identification. The tag
shall not be in contact with significant surfaces of the item.
QFC7: SOLVENTS
All solvents shall be supplied only in a new container that has not been used before
to prevent contamination by residual material.
QFC8: CONTAMINATION CONTROL PLAN APPROVAL

Detailed controls shall be documented in an ATK-approved contamination control
plan that describes the goals, methods, and cleanliness levels that will be applied to
hardware, materials, facilities, equipment and personnel at the Suppliers facility.
MATERIAL CONTROL
QMC1: MATERIAL CONTROL
The Supplier shall establish and maintain a documented system for control of
materials sensitive to environmental and/or age degradation. The Supplier shall
ensure all time, cycle, age, or environmentally sensitive items are marked to
indicate the expiration date, cycle, or conditions for use. Material that degrades with
age shall be marked to indicate the date when the useful life expires as defined by
the applicable specification, drawing or contract.
The Supplier shall identify the material and the material certification documentation
with the date of expiration, including (if applicable) out-time requirements. The
compounding dates, curing completion dates, manufacturing dates, and assembly
dates (date of assembly completion by the Supplier) and any environmentally
sensitive information (i.e. either state not environmentally sensitive or state
recommended storage temperature and allowable excursion time and temperature
allowances), as required by the applicable specification, drawing or purchase
agreement, shall be included in the inspection data package. The Supplier shall
include the shipping date of the product in required documentation. Date of
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shipment is determined by the Supplier unless defined in a specification or the

Suppliers baseline.
QMC2: CURE DATE FOR O-RINGS AND RUBBER GOODS

Rubber goods delivered under this contract shall conform to MIL-STD-1523. If
applicable, non-installed o-rings shall be individually packaged in a preservative
wrapping in accordance with MIL-P-116, marked with the cure date, and shall be
delivered to ATK within six months of the cure date.
QMC3: REMAINING SHELF LIFE

All limited-life items shall have remaining shelf life upon delivery as specified in the
purchase agreement.
QMC4: ATK PROVIDED MATERIALS/COMPONENTS

When ATK provided materials or components are used by the Supplier, ATK
specifications and accept tags take precedence over any other marking or
manufacturer recommendations. The Supplier shall use materials in accordance
with ATK shelf life, usage life, and storage condition requirements.
QMC5: ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS

The Supplier shall establish and maintain a documented system for control of
materials sensitive to environmental degradation. Materials that may degrade in
shipment or during storage shall be shipped or stored as specified by the applicable
drawing, specification, or purchase agreement. Off-the-shelf materials shall be
stored per manufacturer warranty information until shipment to the using facility.
QMC6: ENVIRONMENTAL PACKAGING

Limited-life materials shall be packaged to assure required storage temperatures
and limited-life requirements are not adversely affected by the transport and/or
interim storage prior to delivery. When required by specification, temperature
recorders shall be included. The outer shipping box MUST be marked to indicate
"Time and Temperature Sensitive Material, and the temperature storage range in
degrees.
QMC7: SHELF LIFE AND STORAGE: NASA PROGRAMS

When included in ATK drawings or specifications, shelf life and storage requirements
shall apply as stated therein. In the event the requirements conflict with Supplier
shelf life and storage requirements, ATK requirements take precedence, and the
Supplier shall notify ATK of the disparity. When shelf life and storage requirements
are applicable, the Supplier shall include the recommended requirements. The
requirements shall designate as applicable:
1. When the shelf life begins (e.g., date of manufacture, date of shipment, date of
receipt).

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2. Any Environmental sensitivity information (either state Not Environmentally

Sensitive or state the recommended storage temperature, allowable
excursion time, and temperature allowances).
ATK OVERSIGHT
QCO1: SUPPLIER MANUFACTURING READINESS REVIEW
The Supplier shall present a detailed process plan to ATK for approval prior to
commencing manufacturing operations. This process plan shall include, but is not
limited to:
1. Schedule of key milestones with planned completion dates.
2. Material procurement, quality, and process requirements flowed to sub-tier
suppliers.
3. Detailed manufacturing plan for achieving specific product design/specification
requirements.
4. Visual flow sheet for manufacturing plan steps.
5. Approach to process change controls and methods by which ATK approval is
requested.
6. Process proofing methods.
7. Statistical process and quality control (SPC/SQC) evaluation plan, if applicable.
8. List of required materials and quantities or Manufacturing Bill of Materials
(MBOM).
9. Inspection methods for validating specific product design/specification
requirements.
10.First Article Inspection (FAI) methods and delta FAI approaches.
11.Manpower/training evaluation.
QCO2: ATK AUDITS

ATK may schedule and conduct an on-site audit of the Supplier's operations to assure
compliance with purchase agreement requirements. Audit coverage will include
examination of product quality program elements, operations, material, and
documents and review of Supplier audit reports of sub-tier suppliers. The Suppliers
quality system is subject to audit by ATK during the period of performance of the
purchase agreement. This requirement applies to supplier and sub-tier supplier
facilities where ATK products and services are processed. The Supplier shall schedule
and conduct an on-site audit of the Suppliers sub-tier supplier with the participation
of ATKs personnel if requested by ATK. Note: ATKs customer may accompany the
auditor to observe the audit.
QCO3: SUPPLIER PERFORMANCE OF AUDITS

The Supplier shall periodically audit its quality system and manufacturing processes
to ensure compliance with purchase agreement requirements. Audits shall be
conducted throughout the period of performance of the purchase agreement and
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shall be performed by personnel not having responsibilities in the area being

audited. Audits shall review all program elements for adequacy of and compliance
to policies and procedures. Audits shall also review operations in manufacturing,
test, and inspection areas for adequacy of and compliance with process controls and
inspection and test methods. The scope of these audits shall include sub-tier
material and service suppliers. Audit results shall be communicated to appropriate
management. Action to correct deficiencies and follow-up to verify effectiveness
shall be performed. Audit results shall be made available to ATK upon request.
QCO4: SUPPLIER AUDITS OF SUB-TIER SUPPLIERS

The Supplier shall periodically audit the personnel, procedures, and operations of its
sub-tier suppliers to verify compliance with purchase agreement requirements if any
of the following conditions are satisfied:
1. Conformance to purchase agreement requirements cannot be verified by the
Supplier by receiving inspection of items procured from the sub tier supplier.
2. Performance variations or quality problems are attributed to the sub tier
supplier.
3. The Supplier is notified in writing by ATK that such audits are required.
QCO5: ATK PARTICIPATION IN SUPPLIER AUDITS

ATK and its customers may elect to participate in or observe audits performed by
the Supplier, particularly at sub-tier supplier facilities. Such activities shall be
coordinated in advance between ATK and the Supplier. Sufficient notice shall be
given by the Supplier of upcoming audits.
QCO6: SUPPLIER AUDIT SCHEDULE

A schedule of audits to be performed by the Supplier during the purchase
agreement period shall be submitted to ATK. Changes to the schedule shall be
submitted to ATK.
QCO7: SOURCE SURVEILLANCE

ATK shall perform surveillance at the Suppliers facility. Inspection or testing
performed by the Supplier may be subject to ATK surveillance. The Supplier shall
contact ATK prior to the start of processing to coordinate surveillance.
QCO8: ATK IN-PROCESS SOURCE INSPECTION

In-process verification at the Suppliers facility by an ATK quality representatives
shall be required. Specific requirements shall be included in the purchase
agreement line item details. The Supplier shall provide five (5) days advance notice
of activities to ATK to permit scheduling of in-process source inspection. Evidence of
in-process verification by an ATK quality representative shall accompany each
shipment. Source inspection by ATK does not absolve the Supplier of the
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QCO9: ATK SOURCE INSPECTION

Approval by an ATK quality assurance representative shall be required prior to
shipment of the material. Approval shall require prior completion of inspection
records, test data, shipping documents, and review of hardware or material. The
Supplier shall notify ATK at least five (5) working days prior to presentation of
material for source inspection. Evidence of source inspection shall accompany each
shipment. Notwithstanding the provisions of this clause, all items may be subject to
inspection and acceptance by ATK and/or a government/regulatory agency
representative at ATK. ATK, by giving 24 hours notice, shall be granted access to the
Suppliers' facility in order to accomplish source inspection and to inspect tooling,
materials, certification documents, and scheduling information. Source inspection
by ATK does not absolve the Supplier of the responsibility to provide acceptable
products.
QCO10: GSI
Government Source Inspection (GSI) is required prior to shipment from the
Supplier's facility. Upon receipt of this purchase agreement, the Supplier shall
promptly notify and furnish one copy of the agreement to the government
inspection agency. If a government representative does not service the Supplier's
facility, the Supplier shall contact the nearest Air Force, Army or Navy inspection
office. If the government agency cannot be located, the Supplier shall immediately
notify ATK. The Supplier shall notify the cognizant government office in advance
when an item is ready for inspection. In the event the government representative
cannot be located, the Supplier shall contact ATK for instructions. A copy of the
documentation bearing the GSI verification shall accompany each shipment.
Pertinent data and equipment required for GSI shall be made available at the
Supplier's facility and shall be furnished to the government representative upon
request. The Supplier shall also furnish the government representative with copies
of discrepancy notifications and ATK replies. The government representative shall
also be notified 48 hours in advance of the time articles or materials are ready for
inspection or test. Source inspection by the Government does not absolve the
Supplier of the responsibility to provide acceptable products.
QCO11: GSI: NASA CONTRACTS

Government Source Inspection (GSI) is required. All work on this order is subject to
inspection and test by the Government at any time and place. The government
quality representative who has been delegated the NASA quality assurance function
on this procurement shall be notified immediately upon receipt of this order. The
government representative shall also be notified 48 hours in advance of the time
articles or materials are ready for inspection or test. Shipment may not be made
until inspected by or documented authorization to ship is received from the
government representative.

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QCO12: NASA GSI STATEMENT

The Supplier shall incorporate the following statement in its entirety into sub-tier
supplier purchase agreements for procured items requiring Government Source
Inspection (GSI): ALL WORK ON THIS ORDER IS SUBJECT TO INSPECTION AND TEST
BY THE GOVERNMENT AT ANY TIME AND PLACE. THE GOVERNMENT QUALITY
REPRESENTATIVE WHO HAS BEEN DELEGATED THE NASA QUALITY ASSURANCE
FUNCTION ON THIS PROCUREMENT SHALL BE NOTIFIED IMMEDIATELY UPON RECEIPT
OF THIS ORDER. THE GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE SHALL ALSO BE NOTIFIED 48
HOURS IN ADVANCE OF THE TIME ARTICLES OR MATERIALS ARE READY FOR
INSPECTION OR TEST.
The Supplier shall incorporate the following statement in its entirety into sub-tier
supplier purchase agreements for all other items: THE GOVERNMENT HAS THE
RIGHT TO INSPECT ANY OR ALL OF THE WORK INCLUDED IN THIS ORDER AT THE
SUPPLIERS PLANT.
QCO13: FAA SOURCE INSPECTION

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) may at any time perform a source
inspection of the Suppliers manufacturing facility.The scope of the inspection may
include the inspection system and/or manufacturing system used by the Supplier as
well as the materials used in manufacture and the final product.
QCO14: FIRST ARTICLE INSPECTION OR PROCESS PROOFING

ATK shall perform a First Article Inspection (FAI) or process proofing of items
produced at the Suppliers facility. The first article may be for proofing a tool or
software prior to approving the tool for product acceptance, or to verify material
compliance to the design. ATK shall coordinate with the Supplier and establish the
requirements for the inspection or proofing. The Supplier shall contact ATK prior to
the start of fabrication so that mandatory in-process inspection/test points can be
agreed upon.
QCO15: FIRST ARTICLE INSPECTION PER AS9102

First Article Inspection (FAI) shall be performed by the Supplier in accordance with
AS9102. The sample shall have been fabricated using the same parts, materials,
processes, and locations proposed for full production. A report of acceptable first
article inspection shall accompany the first part delivered to ATK and shall include
all dimensional measurements and results of all electrical, mechanical, and nondestructive inspections and tests. The report shall show the item meets all
requirements. When FAI is imposed, approval of the first article is required before
proceeding with full production.

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PACKAGING AND HANDLING

QPH1: PACKAGING AND HANDLING
The Supplier shall maintain a system that assures adequate control of packaging and
shipping. The use of commercial packaging practices does not relieve the Supplier of
the responsibility for controlling the packaging and shipping function in a manner
which will prevent damage in transit. Special instructions for packaging and shipment
may be specified in the material specification or purchase agreement.
QPH2: SPECIFIC PACKAGING INSTRUCTIONS

Unless otherwise specified in the purchase agreement , drawings, or
specifications,,all items shall be enclosed with wrappings, bags, cartons, boxes, or
other containers as necessary to provide protection from hazards of static electricity,
contamination, and physical damage encountered in general handling, shipping, and
storage. Indirect contact of items with metal surfaces shall not cause or promote
corrosion. Packaging material used shall be non-abrasive, chemically neutral (pH 6.5
to 7.5) and have a water-soluble acidity of not more than .02% equivalent sulfur
trioxide.
QPH3: CRITICAL HARDWARE PACKAGING

The Supplier shall submit a documented critical hardware handling and packaging
plan to ATK indicating special precautions to be taken to meet QPH2.
QPH4: ESD
Items shall be manufactured, handled, received, stored, and shipped in a manner to
preclude damage from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) in accordance with
ANSI/ESD-S20.20 or NASA-STD-8739.7. Items shall be properly packaged and
identified as required by ANSI/ESD-S20.20. Containers shall be appropriately
identified to show electrostatic protection.
QPH5: CONTAINER IDENTIFICATION

The Supplier shall identify each unit and multiple over pack container with the part
number, purchase agreement number, traceability number, recommended storage
conditions, and hazardous warnings as applicable. Unless otherwise specified in the
purchase agreement, all items shall be protectively packaged to prevent
contamination and damage during handling, shipping, and storage.
QPH6: DATE CODE MARKING

Each part shall be marked with the manufacturer's date code, traceable to its
production lot records. If it is not practical to mark the part, the lowest order of
packaging shall be marked with the date code.

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ITEMS SUBMITTED TO ATK

QSB1: SAMPLES PROVIDED PRIOR TO PRODUCTION
The Supplier shall submit samples for ATK review per the purchase agreement
requirements. Written approval from ATK is required prior to proceeding with
production runs. Samples shall be properly identified when shipped to ATK and copies
of the relevant actual test and inspection results (including radiographs and physical
and chemical analyses, where applicable) shall accompany the shipment.
QSB2: RAW CASTINGS AND FORGINGS

Two samples of all raw castings and forgings shall be submitted from new or
reworked dies or molds and shall be approved by ATK prior to manufacture of
production parts. The samples shall be provided to ATK along with the actual results
of layout inspections, radiographs, and chemical and/or physical tests.
The Supplier shall be responsible for obtaining ATK approval of any change in
processes, raw materials, or tooling before implementation.
QSB3: SAMPLES PROVIDED WITH SHIPMENT

The Supplier shall submit test samples of each batch of material sufficient to
conduct tests in accordance with specification or purchase agreement requirements.
The test samples shall accompany the shipped material. Each test sample shall be
clearly and permanently marked with the following: batch or lot number; date
manufactured; specification or material control information number; Suppliers
designation; and the purchase agreement number.
QSB4: TENSILE TESTING

Two (2) separately-cast test bars, coupons, or appendages as defined by the
applicable specification or drawing shall be submitted with each material lot
delivered.
QSB5: LAP SHEAR TESTING

The Supplier shall process lap shear coupons in accordance with drawing and
specification requirements. Traceability to purchased parts must be maintained on
coupons. ATK receiving inspection or designee shall initiate a lab request and
forward the lap shear coupons and the lab request to the lab. Parts shall be
inspected to the quality requirements and held pending lab results.
QSB6: T-PEEL TESTING

The Supplier shall process T-peel coupon in accordance with drawing and
specification requirements. Traceability to purchased parts must be maintained on
coupons. ATK receiving inspection or designee shall initiate a lab request and
forward the T-peel coupons and the lab request to the lab. Parts shall be inspected
to the quality requirements and held pending lab results.

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QSB7: SUPPLIER INSPECTION FORMS

The Supplier shall perform inspection of all items. The Supplier's inspection of each
requirement shall include all dimensions and tests in accordance with applicable
specifications and drawings unless otherwise stated in the purchase agreement.
Data shall be recorded in the Supplier's own format. The Suppliers inspection plan
shall be submitted for ATK approval. A copy of the inspection data shall accompany
each shipment, marked to the attention of ATK receiving quality control. Sample
inspection is not authorized unless specifically stated in the purchase agreement.
NOTE: If an inspection plan is used, the Supplier shall legibly affix a stamp to or
initial each item of the inspection plan. This certifies that the required data is
supplied and each requirement is acceptable. Electronically generated stamps or
signatures are acceptable.
QSB8: DETAILED SUPPLIER INSPECTION REPORT

The Supplier shall submit an inspection report in the Suppliers format that
documents the acceptability of each drawing requirement in accordance with the
following:
1. The person performing the inspection, the inspection equipment, and the
actual values of the measurements shall be recorded. Check marks are not
acceptable.
2. The range of measurements on a lot of parts may be recorded showing
minimum and maximum values for each characteristic.
3. Any discrepancies must be identified and reported, and approval obtained in
writing from ATK prior to shipment. If employed, lot sampling shall be per
ANSI/ASQ Z1.4, General Inspection Level II, Single, Normal, AQL 1.0.
4. All critical dimensions shall be measured and recorded on 100% of the parts. A
critical dimension is defined as one with a linear tolerance less than 0.001 or
an angular tolerance less than 0.1 degrees, or any dimension or attribute
defined by the program quality engineer as critical. The requirement for
measuring the critical linear dimension is superseded by the requirements
found in drawings that have incorporated the use of the black diamond in the
title block to indicate critical dimensions.
5. The instruments used for inspection must be listed on the inspection report
and traceable to the data recorded for each drawing requirement and must be
calibrated and have sufficient accuracy, stability, range, and resolution
required for the intended measurements.
6. The inspections must be accomplished with the parts unrestrained in a
temperature-controlled environment to comply with drawing requirements.
QSB9: INSPECTION DATA

With each shipment, the Supplier shall include an inspection data package with the
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the sampling plan (if applicable), actual dimensions, and quantities inspected,
accepted, and rejected. The Supplier shall submit inspection data for each serialized
part or each lot and for tests accomplished in accordance with the purchase
agreement along with a statement of conformance and an authorized acceptance
stamp or signature, unless otherwise specified. A typed name submitted by the
Supplier is a legally acceptable substitute.
QSB10: VENDOR INSPECTION PLAN

A completed Vendor Inspection Plan (VIP) shall accompany each shipment. ATK shall
supply the VIP to the Supplier. The copy returned to ATK must be legible and
reproducible. Each item of the VIP shall be dated and verified by the Supplier and/or
ATK quality assurance representative as applicable, including Government Source
Inspection (GSI) buyoffs. The VIP shall not be used to replace the Suppliers
inspection planning or inspection records.
QSB11: TECHNICAL USE REQUIREMENT INSPECTION PLANS

Vendor inspection plans titled "Technical Use Requirements" contain special
requirements associated with the use of Tools Used In Lieu of Gages (TULOGs),
gages, and special SMI methods. These inspection plans shall be submitted with
items produced.
QSB12: METAL RAW MATERIAL DATA PACKAGES

ATK shall review and approve material data packages prior to any processing. Raw
material forms include, but are not limited to: plate, rod, bar, forgings, extrusions,
and castings. Data packages shall include certifications, test reports, and physical
analyses at a minimum. Resubmittal of a material data package is required if heat
treatment operations are performed following the initial ATK review.
QSB13: METAL RAW MATERIAL SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

The Supplier shall provide a cut chart showing the location of each serialized forging
traceable to bar and bar to ingot.
The Supplier shall certify ultrasonic acceptance per SAE-AMS-STD-2154, Type 1,
Class AA quality level acceptance criteria after rough machining. ATK shall perform
the ultrasonic inspection. In the event forgings fail ultrasonic examination, the
Supplier shall be held liable for the cost of machining time, up to and including the
time of rejection, as well as attributable testing charges.
QSB14: METAL RAW MATERIAL ELEMENTAL COMPOSITION

A test report shall accompany each shipment. The report shall indicate the actual
percentage of each element that makes up the chemical composition of the raw
material. The report shall specifically identify the material by indication of the
number of the melt, batch, lot, or other designators, as well as the applicable
specification and revision.

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QSB15: CERTIFICATION OF MATERIAL CONFORMANCE

Each shipment must be accompanied by a legible and reproducible copy of a
certification stating that the items were produced:
1. From materials furnished by ATK and utilized for manufacture and test.
2. From materials for which the Supplier has specific data or other objective
evidence of conformance to applicable specifications available for examination.
The certificate must contain the signature and title of an authorized representative of
the Supplier.
A sample of raw material, heat treated to the condition of the part delivered to ATK,
of a suitable size for hardness and composition testing is required with each
shipment.
The following documentation shall be included:
1. Certification of raw materials and/or processes. All certifications shall include
traceability to the ATK part number, purchase agreement number, and
purchase agreement line item (e.g. job number, lot number, heat treat
number).
2. Supplier's shipper/receiver for raw materials and /or processes referencing the
ATK purchase agreement number.
3. Origin of raw materials, traceable to the ATK purchase agreement number,part
number, and lot number.
4. Lot/date code, heat and batch number traceable to the ATK purchase
agreement number, part number, and lot number.
5. Process certifications and test reports traceable to the ATK purchase
agreement number, part number, and lot number.
6. Sample of raw material. Sample shall be labeled with the following:
a. ATK purchase agreement, purchase agreement line item, and ATK part
number.
b. Material part number (e.g. Al Alloy 7075-T73, Al Alloy 6061-T6, TI-6AL4V).
c. If the purchase agreement requires the part to be heat treated, two
samples are required: one shall be of the raw material and the other
shall be from the heat treated material.
QSB16: FUNCTIONAL TEST REPORTS

Functional test reports shall be submitted. All functional test reports shall reference
the purchase agreement number, the Suppliers name and address, and the
independent laboratorys name and address, if applicable. The part number, serial
or lot number, date and run time (if applicable), and a summary of the test results
shall accompany each shipment. An authorized Supplier representative, either by a
dated inspection stamp or signature, date, and title shall validate all test reports. A
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typed name submitted by the Supplier is a legally acceptable substitute. NOTE:

Functional tests include, but are not limited to: static, vibration, acoustic, thermal
cycle, electronic, and hydraulic.
QSB17: DIMENSIONAL INSPECTION REPORT

The Supplier shall submit dimensional inspection acceptance data, identifiable to
the item supplied, with each shipment. The data shall include the sampling plan (if
applicable), actual dimensions, and quantities inspected, accepted, and rejected.
Unless otherwise specified, 100% inspection of all materials, notes, and features is
required on all items. The sampling plan, if approved by ATK, shall be specified in
the purchase order line item detail notes.
QSB18: CHEMICAL, PHYSICAL, AND/OR MECHANICAL TEST

REPORTS
One copy of test reports indicating chemical composition, physical, and/or
mechanical properties including actual test data/results identifiable to each lot,
batch, or heat treat lot shall accompany each shipment of material. Test data shall
include actual values obtained from testing of the submitted material (lot). Test
methods used shall agree with the methods stated in the specification or drawing.
An authorized Supplier representative (including sub-tier supplier representatives),
either by a dated inspection stamp or signature, date, and title, shall validate all
test reports. A typed name submitted by the Supplier is a legally acceptable
substitute. For electrical or RF wire and cable, the report shall include electrical
inspections and tests in accordance with the applicable specifications. The
manufacturer name and lot number of materials must be identified on each
document.
QSB19: MATERIAL CERTIFICATIONS

The Supplier shall submit a certificate of conformance (C of C) for all raw materials
purchased from a sub-tier supplier and used in items delivered to ATK. Specific
requirements shall be included in the purchase agreement line item detail notes.
QSB20: WEIGHT REPORT

The Supplier shall submit a weight report for each item. Traceability shall be
maintained to all part numbers, serial or lot numbers, materials designations, and
any other specified data or information.
QSB21: MANUFACTURING LOCATION

The Supplier shall include the location of the item manufacturer in the acceptance
documentation.
QSB22: MANUFACTURER CAGE CODE

The Supplier shall include the Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code of
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QSB23: AUTHORIZATION TO SHIP/PRE-SHIPMENT REVIEW

Items delivered under this purchase agreement are subject to ATK pre-shipment
review. The Supplier shall submit a copy (by fax or mail) of the complete inspection
planning, material, welder, and special process (e.g., heat-treat, welding, x-ray,
magnetic particle, ultrasonic, plating,) certifications as specified in this purchase
agreement to ATK for review and approval in advance of the proposed shipping
date. ATK approval is required prior to shipment. Upon approval, ATK will return a
stamped or signed Authorization to Ship (ATS) form signifying approval for
shipment. Items requiring pre-shipment review will only be received by ATK when an
approved ATS accompanies the packing slip. An approved ATS does not constitute
automatic acceptance of items by ATK.
QSB24: CERTIFICATION
The Supplier shall submit a certificate that will, along with other required
documentation, accompany the product upon delivery to ATK. To facilitate that all
applicable certification requirements are documented, the Supplier may submit an
ATK certificate of conformance form in lieu of their own certificate. At a minimum,
the certificate shall include the following information:
1.
2.
3.
4.
ATK purchase agreement number.

ATK part number, stock number, or purchase agreement item number.
ATK serial or lot number, if preassigned in the purchase agreement.
Drawing number or specification, revision, and change notice to which the item
was manufactured as specified in the purchase agreement.
5. Manufacturer name and address.
6. Manufacturer part number.
7. Manufacturer serial, lot , or batch number.
8. Nonconformance numbers, if applicable.
9. A statement that the items provided meet purchase agreement requirements,
including any drawings or specifications, revisions, and change notices listed in
the purchase agreement.
10.An accept stamp, electronic authorization, or signature of the authorized
individual representing the Supplier or other legally binding approval.
QSB25: HEAT NUMBER

Material certification shall include the material heat number.
QSB26: CURE DATE

Material certification shall include the cure date.
QSB27: DATE OF SHIPMENT

Material certification shall include the date of shipment as described in the purchase
agreement.

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QSB28: DATE OF MANUFACTURE

Material certification shall include the date of manufacture.
QSB29: DATE OF PACKAGING

Material certification shall include the date of packaging.
QSB30: DATE OF ACCEPTANCE TESTING

Material certification shall include the date of acceptance testing.
QSB31: CERTIFICATION DATES

Material certification shall include any other dates required in the purchase
agreement (e.g., compounding date, mix date, melt date,).
QSB32: ACCEPTANCE DATA PACKAGE

The Supplier shall submit an Acceptance Data Package (ADP) for items that shall contain
all applicable sections of the following according to the purchase agreement:
1. Item description, including item name, part number, serial or lot number or
both, hardware type, purchase agreement number, name of providing
organization, Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code, and unique
software identification number.
2. For age-sensitive/time-action items, the ADP shall include running/operating
time and cycle for each time and cycle critical item of the Configuration Item
(CI). These logs shall identify the items by nomenclature, part number, and
serial number and shall state the total authorized life and the life expended.
3. Test history log, including post-manufacturing checkout and final verification
tests of the CI, with the following data:
a. Actual measurements identified to specified tests. References to
applicable test reports are satisfactory provided that copies of the
reports are provided.
b. Brief test summary.
c. List of unaccomplished tasks and estimated man-hours to complete.
d. List of actual and recommended retest.
e. Special test instructions, investigations, warnings, and problems
encountered during test.
f. Failure and corrective actions data for all failures during testing.
4. Inspection records for all inspections.
5. Weight and balance logs covering total weight and horizontal, vertical, and
lateral centers of gravity.
6. Transfer records providing a history of all CI and critical component
movements.
7. Alignment data for all CIs and critical items.
8. Component log books, including Government-furnished items.
9. Acceptance certification.
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10.Quality certification.
11.Nonstandard calibration/checkout.
12.Repair limitations.
13.Non-flight hardware/temporary installations.
14.Certification of flight readiness (pre-endorsement form).
15.Material review actions in accordance with STW7-13108.
16.As-designed/as-built configuration including refurbishment history.
17.Pyrotechnic certification.
18.Shortages.
19.Unplanned/deferred work.
20.Preplanned/assigned work.
21.Battery data.
22.Pressure vessel data.
23.Configuration records including:
a. Parts and drawing lists identifying all parts.
b. Software configuration records defining the verified and validated
software, version description documents, software certification, and the
validated software program.
c. List of approved and pending deviations and waivers.
d. Complete list of hardware and software/firmware items shipped loose or
separately.
e. Copy of proposed form DD250.
24.Equipment log book shall document activities and operations performed on
deliverable hardware containing the information identified in MSFC Form 3473
or equivalent with MSFC approval.
QSB33: CERTIFICATE OF CALIBRATION

The Supplier shall include in the inspection data package a legible and reproducible
copy of a certificate of calibration. Along with other required documentation, the
certificate of calibration shall accompany the product upon delivery to ATK. The
certificate of calibration shall contain traceability to the item supplied and the
following data/information:
1. Test data that show compliance to the requirements of the applicable drawing
or specification.
2. Test data showing actual values obtained from testing of the submitted item.
3. Name and address of the testing facility that performed the tests, if different
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SOFTWARE
QSW1: SOFTWARE CONTROL
When computer software or firmware is used as medium of acceptance, either singly
or in conjunction with tooling, the Supplier shall develop and implement a plan for
control of software or firmware. Configuration and change control, method for design
review, verification and proofing, storage of master control software and firmware
shall be included in the plan. ATK shall approve the plan before the software or
firmware is used to accept items. This does not apply to software used in the
operation of commercial off-the-shelf inspection devices.
QSW2: SOFTWARE CONTROL: ISO 9001/90003 OR CMMI LEVEL 2

The Suppliers software quality system shall be acceptable to ATK. The software
quality system shall be consistent with ISO 9001-2008, ISO 90003, or CMMI Level 2 or
higher. ATK reserves the right to perform surveys and audits as necessary to assure
conformance to the software quality system requirements.
QSW3: SOFTWARE CONTROL CERTIFICATION

The software quality system shall be certified to ISO 9001-2008 in accordance with
ISO 90003 or CMMI Level 2 or higher. The Supplier shall submit a copy of
registration/certification annually.
QSW4: SOFTWARE ASSURANCE PLAN

A software assurance plan shall be maintained detailing how software quality
requirements will be satisfied. This plan shall be submitted to ATK for approval. Any
changes to the plan shall be approved by ATK before incorporation.
QSW5: IEEE STD 730-2002 SOFTWARE ASSURANCE PLAN

The software assurance plan shall conform to IEEE STD 730-2002.
QSW6: QUALITY PARTICIPATION IN SOFTWARE DESIGN

Supplier quality assurance personnel shall participate in the review process during
development of software and provide input on requirements, development, and
design.
QSW7: SOFTWARE DESIGN APPROVAL

Supplier quality assurance personnel shall approve all requirements and
specifications to ensure design criteria are adequately addressed. Supplier quality
assurance personnel shall also approve all software logic to verify logic adequately
traces to the requirements of the specifications and design.
QSW8: SOFTWARE TESTING

Supplier quality assurance personnel shall assure tests are conducted using
approved test policies, procedures, and appropriate test tools, and that test
anomalies are identified, documented, addressed, and tracked to closure.
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QSW9: SOFTWARE TEST PLAN APPROVAL

Supplier quality assurance personnel shall approve all test plans and procedures to
verify the plans and procedures adequately test all software requirements relative
to the specifications and criteria for acceptance.
QSW10: SOFTWARE TEST REQUIREMENTS

Supplier quality assurance personnel shall create inspection requirements to verify
the software checkout and tests.
QSW11: SOFTWARE TEST RESULTS

Supplier quality assurance personnel shall ensure test results and inspections are
accurate and produce the necessary information to ensure specification and design
requirements have been satisfactorily implemented.
QSW12: SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION

The Supplier shall maintain documentation of the requirements, development,
verification and validation, and identification of deliverable software.
QSW13: SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION CONTROL

Unless otherwise specified by ATK, software documentation shall be controlled by
the Suppliers ATK-approved policies and procedures for controlled documents.
Modifications to these policies and procedures must follow the change control
requirements imposed in the purchase agreement.
QSW14: SOFTWARE ACCEPTANCE

Software will be accepted by ATK after the following minimum criteria are met:
1. Acceptance testing, rework, and regression testing have been successfully
completed.
2. All discrepancies, open work, and deviations and waivers are properly
documented and approved by ATK.
3. The final software description document has been reviewed and approved by
ATK.
4. Acceptance documentation, including signed certifications, is complete and
approved by ATK.
5. Lessons learned are recorded and submitted to ATK.
QSW15: SOFTWARE PROCESS AUDITS

ATK shall perform audits of the Suppliers software development processes and
activities at various points in the software development lifecycle. The time and
location of audits will be coordinated with the Supplier by ATK. Elements audited
may include, but are not limited to:
1. Software development process documentation.

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2. Process tools (e.g. tools for requirements management, software development,

project management, configuration management).
3. Defect tracking and risk management systems.
4. Software development activities.
5. CMMI compliance documentation.
QSW16: SOFTWARE, TESTING, SURVEILLANCE, AND AUDITS

ATK shall perform surveillance and audits of the Suppliers software testing
processes and activities at various points in the software development lifecycle.
Surveillance and audits shall be conducted at the Suppliers testing facilities and
shall include examination of documentation and visual observation of testing
processes. Elements observed may include, but are not limited to:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Test documentation.
Defect tracking system.
Automated software testing tools.
Code reviews.
Unit testing.
Integration testing.
System testing.
Testing to requirements traceability.
QSW17: FIRMWARE TESTING AUDIT

During firmware development, ATK shall audit the Suppliers testing plans,
processes, and tools. Beginning at the initial baseline of the code (the point at which
the code is handed over to independent testing), the Supplier shall provide ATK with
defect data via test reports.
QSW18: SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION AUDITS

ATK shall perform functional configuration audits and physical configuration audits
of the Suppliers software baselines and configuration management system.
Configuration audits shall include examination of configuration management
documentation and visual observation of the Suppliers software configuration
management and change control system, requirements management system,
change request and problem reporting procedures, and the software baseline
configuration/inventory.
QSW19: SOFTWARE REVIEWS

ATK shall conduct formal and informal reviews of the Suppliers software
deliverables. Reviews may include formal reviews, peer reviews, inspections,
technical reviews, and milestone reviews. The Supplier shall support these activities
by providing access to materials and processes under review.

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QSW20: SOFTWARE QUALITY ASSURANCE STATUS REPORTS

The Supplier shall submit monthly quality assurance (QA) status reports to ATK
software quality assurance. QA status reports shall contain at a minimum:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
QA reviews and audits performed during the reporting period.

Outstanding QA issues and resolution strategies.
Current schedule of QA activities.
Status of software changes.
Exceptions and waivers to software process and deliverables.
QSW21: SOFTWARE METRICS

The Supplier shall report to ATK, at a minimum, the following quality assurance (QA)
metrics:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Number of QA assessments.
Number of QA assessment findings or non-compliances.
Number of software assurance observations.
Number of risks identified during QA assessments.
Risk levels of risks identified during QA assessments.
Completed QA tasks.
QSW22: CMMI CERTIFICATION

The Supplier software development organization shall be CMMI -SE/SW certified to
the level defined in NPR-7150.2A and shall use CMMI-recommended processes to
conduct software development and quality assurance activities. ATK shall verify
compliance to this requirement during software development process audits. CMMI
documentation shall be made available to ATK upon request.
QSW23: SOFTWARE QUALITY ASSURANCE TRAINING

Supplier personnel shall have fundamental knowledge through prior experience,
training, or certification of software quality assurance methodologies, processes,
and standards.
FASTENERS
QFS1: CRITICAL FASTENERS
For a part number identified as a "critical fastener" in the purchase agreement, the
Supplier shall randomly select three (3) fasteners from each lot for verification of
ultimate tensile strength through mechanical testing of tensile load and hardness.
Testing shall be in accordance with NASM1312 or ASTM F606 and shall be performed
by an agency different than the agency that performed the testing for acceptance.
Fasteners with verification test results that do not comply with the applicable
product specification shall not be delivered or incorporated into assemblies to be
delivered. The three (3) fasteners subjected to verification tests are in addition to
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the quantity ordered. Verification test results shall be included in the acceptance
data package. Note: Fasteners and rivets too short for tensile testing as defined by
the above standards will undergo hardness testing only. Suppliers who are
responsible for design of the delivered item shall perform the fastener criticality
analysis as specified in the purchase agreement, identify the critical fasteners, and
comply with the verification testing as stated above.
QFS2: FASTENERS PER NASA-STD-5008

Compliance with NASA-STD-5008 is required for fasteners used in NASA flight
hardware.
QFS3: FASTENERS PER NASA/GSFC 541-PG-8072.1.2 OPTION 1

Fasteners will be screened by ATK to the fastener integrity requirements of
NASA/GSFC Directive 541-PG-8072.1.2. The Supplier shall provide lot traceability
and material test reports as defined therein. When identified by ATK as safe-life or
single-point-failure items, fasteners shall be supplied from approved manufacturers
listed in NASA/GSFC Directive 541-PG-8072.1.2, Appendix A.
QFS4: FASTENERS PER NASA/GSFC 541-PG-8072.1.2 OPTION 2

Fasteners used in flight hardware or critical ground support equipment applications
shall be procured and screened in accordance with NASA/GSFC Directive
541-PG-8072.1.2. The Supplier shall provide lot traceability and material test reports
as defined therein. The Supplier shall maintain compliance records and provide ATK
a Certificate of Conformance (C of C) documenting compliance with the applicable
requirements therein.
QFS5: FASTENERS FOR SPECIAL TOOLING/FACILITIES

Fasteners for use on special tooling, test equipment, or facilities shall meet
requirements in the applicable drawing/specification and comply with TER-01001.
ELECTRICAL PARTS/RIGID PRINTED BOARD

QEB1: ELECTRICAL PARTS AND ASSEMBLIES AGE CONTROL
All Electrical, Electronic, or Electromechanical (EEE) parts procured from the Supplier
shall have been manufactured within three (3) years from the delivery date for Plastic
Encapsulated Microcircuits (PEMs) and within five (5) years for all others. This shall
include all sub-assemblies of the article being procured. Any deviation from this
requirement shall be approved in writing by ATK. A copy of the authorization shall be
included with each shipment.
QEB2: RIGID PRINTED BOARD REQUIREMENTS: NASA

Rigid printed board suppliers shall meet the requirements of the Master Drawing,
IPC 6011, and IPC 6012 and the additional construction, inspection, and product
assurance requirements of NASA/GSFC S312-P-003, Procurement, Rigid Printed
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Boards for Space Applications. The Supplier is responsible to read all drawing notes
and comply with all specifications on the drawings, in the customer files and data,
and in the fabrication notes.
1. A manufacturers certificate of compliance is required that includes the date
code, lot code, and specifications that apply to the manufacture of the circuit
boards.
2. Required coupons shall be supplied with the circuit boards.
3. Bare printed circuit boards and their coupons shall be evaluated by GSFC
materials group prior to acceptance.
QEB3: RIGID PRINTED BOARD REQUIREMENTS

Rigid printed board suppliers shall meet the requirements of the Master Drawing and
shall be certified to meet the requirements of IPC 6011 and IPC 6012. The Supplier
shall comply with all specifications on the drawings, in the customer files and data,
and in the fabrication notes.
1. A manufacturers certificate of compliance is required that includes the date
code, lot code, and specifications that apply to the manufacture of the circuit
boards.
2. Required coupons shall be supplied with the circuit boards.
3. ATK or an ATK approved Supplier may evaluate the bare printed circuit boards
and/or coupons prior to acceptance.
QEB4: NASA STD REQUIREMENTS

The Supplier shall comply with the requirements of the following as applicable :
NASA-STD-8739.1, NASA-STD-8739.1, NASA-STD-8739.3, NASA-STD-8739.4,
NASA-STD-8739.5.
QEB5: QPL
The Supplier shall certify that the parts provided were manufactured by a source on
the NASA GSFC Qualified Parts List (QPL) for the part specification imposed in the
purchase agreement.
QEB6: PRINTED BOARD PACKAGING

Each printed wiring board/flex shall be packaged individually in silver saver bags
that conform to MIL-B-131H, Type I, Class I or II; MIL-B-81705B, Type I; or
MIL-D-117E, Type III, Class E, Style 1. A desiccant and humidity indicator shall be
placed inside each bag and the bags shall be heat-sealed. There shall be adequate
space between the heat seal and the board to allow opening and resealing the bag
a minimum of three times. At a minimum the part number, date code, and panel
location designator or serial number shall appear on each bag.

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QEB7: SINGLE DATE CODE

All items shall be from a single manufacturing date code. Mixed lot date codes will
not be accepted unless specifically approved in writing by ATK. The approval for
shipment of mixed lots shall be included with the shipping documentation.
QEB8: MULTIPLE DATE CODE

Items from multiple manufacturing lots (i.e. with multiple date codes) may be
accepted, provided the individual lots are separately packaged and identified.
SUBCONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS
QSC1: DESIGN REVIEW CHECKLIST
The Subcontractor quality assurance organization shall participate in design
reviews. Participation in reviews shall be documented to provide a historical record
through the completion and storage of design review checklist. Quality assurance
approval shall be required on these documents.
QSC2: DESIGN REVIEW CHECKLIST REQUIREMENTS

At a minimum, design review checklists shall assure the design documentation
includes:
1. Identification and data retrieval.
2. Document Hazard Analyses (HAs) and Failure Mode and Effects Analyses
(FMEAs).
3. Identification of critical hardware and hardware characteristics necessary for
procurement and fabrication, including assembly, integration, inspection, and
test operations.
4. Inspection and test criteria, including Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE)
methods, test equipment, environmental conditions, and sample size.
5. Performance and/or tolerance limits.
6. Contamination control.
7. Process specifications, standards, and procedures.
8. Limited-life items.
9. Acceptance/rejection criteria.
QSC3: KEY CHARACTERISTICS

A system shall be implemented that identifies key characteristics and assures they
are inspected to verify conformance. Once a key characteristic has been identified,
variation management activities should be performed until the process or processes
that influence that characteristic are in control. Appropriate monitoring
methodology is then implemented to assure continued performance.

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Note: A key characteristic should be identified only after determining a significant

benefit exists from controlling the characteristic to assure the feature is at or very
close to the specified dimension.
QSC4: CRITICAL CHARACTERISTICS

A system shall be implemented that identifies critical characteristics and assures
the critical characteristics are inspected to verify conformance.
QSC5: GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS

Verification of general characteristics shall be adequately controlled through upfront
inspections, error-proof manufacturing techniques (e.g., process controls),
operational in-process inspections, final system checks, etc. to reliably demonstrate
a high level of confidence that the component meets the intent of all requirements.
Note: Single point failure, inspection/verification opportunity, interface with
adjoining components/assemblies, risk of attribute failure, Critical Items List (CIL) ,
hazards, SPC data, and other similar points of logic shall be used when identifying
critical characteristics.
QSC6: SUBCONTRACTOR MRB AUTHORITY

The Subcontractors Material Review Board (MRB) system and the scope of its
authority shall be approved in writing by ATK. Subcontractor personnel with MRB
authority shall be approved in writing by ATK and a list of all approved personnel
shall be maintained and made available to ATK upon request. All nonconformances
shall be processed in accordance with the approved MRB system. Nonconformances
outside the scope of the Subcontractors approved MRB system shall be submitted
to ATK.
QSC7: SUPPLIER MRB ACTIVITY

Additional testing outside the scope of the normal or baseline production process in
support of nonconformance investigations must be authorized by the Suppliers
Material Review Board (MRB) within the approved scope of its MRB authority.
Nonconformance dispositions made by the Suppliers MRB shall include the
following information as applicable:
1. Relevant engineering evaluation of the nonconformance effects on or related
to:
a. Form, fit, and function including interfaces, key dimensions, and finish
conditions.
b. Loads and capabilities.
c. Factors of safety.
d. Failure modes.
e. Self-limiting or fail-safe conditions.
f. Likelihood of recurrence.
g. Increase in severity of potential outcomes.
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h. Contract End Item (CEI) requirements.

i. Process controls.
j. Production or flight history.
2. Other issues or concerns.
3. Documentation of all activities performed in the course of investigations.
QSC8: SENIOR MRB ACTIVITY

Significant nonconformances that meet the Subcontractors criteria for Senior
Material Review Board (SMRB) shall be referred for ATK SMRB approval prior to final
disposition approval. The reason for elevation, either from the criteria listed below
or from the criteria in the Subcontractors procedures, shall be given.
4. Nonconformances which could result in loss of life or vehicle or cause an
increase in risk.
5. Nonconformances which reduce the margin of safety or factor of safety and are
below NASA Space Flight Programs Senior Board experience.
6. Nonconformances which result in an initial limited use disposition or which
change the limited use status. Exceptions for which limited use status does
not require SMRB review are in cases where:
a. The limited use status removes the component from flight, static test,
or qualification test usage.
b. The limited use disposition requires a select fit to a mating component
such that the mating requirements assure that all engineering
requirements of the mated assembly are met.
c. All other SMRB criteria (such as previous experience and new analytical
techniques) still apply. Non-SMRB concurrence with the customer Safety
& Mission Assurance (S&MA) representative is required and shall be
referenced on the nonconformance document.
QSC9: NONCONFORMANCES COORDINATED WITH ATK

The following dispositions and nonconformances shall be coordinate with ATK
regardless of the Suppliers Material Review Board (MRB) authority:
1. Nonconformances that have first-of-a-kind repair and for which the
nonconformance causes an increase in risk.
2. Dispositions which authorize repairs that negate previous inspection/tests
which cannot be re-inspected/retested or the repair verified to the original
inspection criteria.
3. Nonconformances which, in the opinion of any MRB member or ATK, are
considered to be of reasonable risk.
4. Dispositions or nonconformances which must be approved by a waiver.
5. Dispositions for items that have a nonconformance which falls outside the ATK
Senior Material Review Board (SMRB) experience.
6. Nonconformances for pyrotechnic devices that fail to meet the performance
requirements as established in destructive and/or nondestructive lot
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acceptance testing or which fail to conform to critical requirements(Critical

requirements include those dimensions or characteristics that would cause
unsatisfactory performance or affect installation in the next level assemblies).
7. Dispositions that allow or direct a change in the engineering configuration of
an assembly by replacement of a required part number with another part
number.
8. Dispositions which are ATK Fracture Control Board (FCB) concerns not covered
by other SMRB criteria and which have been determined to be significant by an
ATK FCB technical subcommittee member or dispositions addressing weld
cracks and weld anomalies (e.g. linear indications, lack of fusion, porosity,
voids, inclusions, lack of penetration).
9. Nonconformances that violate Operations Maintenance Requirements
Specifications Documents (OMRSD) requirements and that exceed the ATK
experience for that type of nonconformance.
10.Nonconformances that require analytical techniques, allowable material
properties, or material characterization properties not previously approved by
ATK.
11.Use-as-is or repair dispositions involving interfaces with other vehicle
elements.
12.Changes to a previously-approved SMRB disposition.
13.Dispositions of downgraded hardware being returned to flight status.
14.Dispositions that are the result of unexplained anomalies on accepted flight
hardware.
15.Dispositions of nonconformances which reduce the design life of flight
hardware.
16.Dispositions that result in cost or schedule impacts beyond the MRBestablished limits.
17.Unanimous agreement cannot be achieved at the MRB level.
QSC10: TRANSFER OF ITEMS BETWEEN ATK PROGRAMS

The Subcontractor shall maintain a system to reassess all nonconformances and
dispositions for items prior to their transfer between ATK programs. This system
shall require review of transfers by Supplier design and quality engineering and
shall assess nonconformances and dispositions with respect to the requirements of
the program to which items are being transferred. If the assessment determines
that the nonconformances or dispositions are not in accordance with the
requirements of the receiving program, the nonconformances must be reprocessed
in accordance with the receiving program requirements.
QSC11: STANDARD REPAIR

The Subcontractor shall process all repair dispositions through the approved
Material Review Board (MRB) system. No standard repair type activities for
nonconformances are allowed outside of MRB unless prior approval is given by ATK.

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QSC12: SUBCONTRACTOR CHANGE CONTROL

The Subcontractor shall implement a change control system in accordance with
TR017735.

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APPENDIX A: TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

Limited Dimension Drawing - A drawing that has been simplified in that it does
not contain a complete set of dimensions. For complete product definition the
dimensional information is queried from the model geometry contained in the CAD
digital file.
Lot or Batch - Unless otherwise defined by engineering, a collection of material
compounded at one time or during one continuous, uninterrupted process, bearing
identification and treated as a unique entity.
NOTE: Lot designation shall capture any change in special processes (e.g., heat
treat, chemical processing, plating, welding, etc.) when a separate lot number has
been assigned to document the process. (Example: A single lot of raw metal that is
split into two heat treat lots, the Supplier shall identify them uniquely and not
combine them into a single lot number.
Off the Shelf Material - A material or item typically made to-stock, for general
sale throughout the industry, and thereafter sold to multiple customers under the
Suppliers internal designation or multiple customer specifications. This shall
include cases where an entire manufacturing run is allocated to ATK order, if the
material is typically made to-stock. This shall not include materials made on a perorder basis, even if multiple customer orders and/or specifications are combined in
a single manufacturing run.
Partially Defined Drawing (PDD) - A drawing that has been simplified in that it does
not contain a complete set of dimensions. For complete product definition the
dimensional information is queried from the model geometry contained in the CAD
digital file.

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APPENDIX B: APPLICALBLE DOCUMENTS

GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS
The following documents of the issue in effect on date of invitation for bids or
request for proposal form a part of this specification to the extent specified.
STANDARDS
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) standards.
NASA-SPEC-5004, Welding of Aerospace GSE and Related Nonconventional
Facilities
NASA-STD-5006, Fusion Welding for Aerospace Materials used in Flight
Hardware
MIL-STD-1916, Test Method Standard, DOD preferred methods of acceptance
of Product
(Copies of specifications, standards, drawings and publications required by
Suppliers in connection with specific procurement functions should be
obtained from the contracting agency or as directed by the contracting
officer.)
NON-GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS
The following documents, of the latest approved issues unless otherwise specified,
form a part of this document to extent specified herein.
SPECIFICATIONS
American Welding Society (AWS)
AWS D17.1
Fusion Welding for Aerospace Applications, Specification for
AWS B2.1
Welding Procedure and Performance Qualification, Specification for
AWS B2.2
Brazing Procedure and Performance Qualification, Specification for
AWS C3.3
Design, Manufacture, and Examination of Critical Brazed
Components, Recommended Practices for
AWS C3.4
Torch Brazing, Specification for
AWS C3.5
Induction Brazing, Specification for
AWS C3.6
Furnace Brazing, Specification for
AWS C3.7
Aluminum Brazing, Specification for
(Application for copies should be addressed to American Welding Society, 550
N.W. LeJeune Road, Miami, Florida 33126.)
STANDARDS
Aerospace Industries Association of America Inc. (AIA/NAS)
AIA/NAS 410
NAS Certification & Qualification of Nondestructive Test
Personnel
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NAS412
Foreign Object Damage/Foreign Object Debris (FOD) Prevention
(Application for copies should be addressed to Aerospace Industries
Association of America Inc., 1000 Wilson Blvd Suite 1700, Arlington VA,
22209.)
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/American Society for
Quality (ASQ)
ANSI/ASQ Z1.4
Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by Attributes
ANSI/ASQ Z1.9
Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by Variables
for Percent Non-Conforming
(Application for copies should be addressed to American National Standards
Institute, 11 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036.)
American Society of Mechanical Engineer (ASME)
ASME Section I - X Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
(Application for copies should be to Global Engineering Documents (800-8547179)
American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT)
ASNT-TC-1A Qualification of Nondestructive Testing Personnel, Recommended
Practice
(Application for copies should be to Global Engineering Documents (800-8547179)
American Society for Quality (ASQ)
ANSI/ISO/ASQ Q9001-2008
Quality Management Systems- Requirements
(Application for copies should be addressed to the American Society for Quality,
P.O. Box 3005, Milwaukee, WI 53201-3005.)
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
ISO 10012 Measurement Management Systems - Requirements for
Measurement
Processes and Measuring Equipment
ISO 90003 Software Quality Management Standard
(Application for copies should be addressed to International Organization for
Standardization)
National Conference of Standards Laboratories (NCSL)
NCSL Z540.1 HDBK
Handbook for the Interpretation and Application
NCSL Z540.3
Calibration of Measuring and Test Equipment
Requirements for
(Application for copies should be addressed to the National Conference of
Standards Laboratories, 1800 30th Street, Suite 305B, Boulder, CO 80301.)
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) International
AS9100
Quality Management Systems - Aerospace Requirements
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AS9120
Quality Management Systems - Requirements for Aviation, Space

and Defense Distributors
AS9003
Inspection and Test Quality System
AS9103
Variation Management of Key Characteristics
(Application for copies should be addressed to SAE International Headquarters,
400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096-0001.)
Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) Institute
CMMI
Capability Maturity Model Integration
(Application for copies should be addressed to CMMI Institute, 11 Stanwix Street,
Suite 1150, Pittsburgh, PA 15222).
OTHER PUBLICATIONS
ATK Aerospace Systems
GPI000036 Black Teflon Application
SP-V-GF-3.1.1
Teflon Application
S-0004
Black & Green Teflon Application
TER-01001 Manufacture of Special Tooling and Equipment, Workmanship and
Shop Practice Standard for
Application for copies should be addressed to ATK buyer.

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QQR12: STAMP CONTROL........................................................................................ 7

QPR9: RECEIVING INSPECTION SYSTEM.................................................................16

QIN2: ACCEPTANCE TEST PROCEDURES DETAIL....................................................25

QCO15: FIRST ARTICLE INSPECTION PER AS9102..................................................33

QSW2: SOFTWARE CONTROL: ISO 9001/90003 OR CMMI LEVEL 2........................41

QSC7: SUPPLIER MRB ACTIVITY............................................................................48

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QQS4: ISO 9001

QQS5: ISO 9001 CERTIFICATION

QQS7: AS9100 CERTIFICATION

required specifications. All lab testing shall be performed in accordance with GE

QQS12: ROLLS ROYCE SABRe

QQS13: QUALITY PLAN

QQS14: QUALITY PLAN APPROVAL

QQS15: QUALITY PLAN CHANGES

QQS16: QUALITY MANAGER

QQS17: QUALITY INVOLVEMENT IN DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES

QQS18: FASTENER MANUFACTURERS

1. Traceability to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

QMT3: ISO 10012

QMT4: ISO/EIC 17025

QMT5: ANSI/NCSL Z540

QMT6: ANSI/ASQ/ISO Q9001

QMT8: CALIBRATION SERVICES

Description or identification of the item.

Alliant Techsystems Internal Use Only

GENERAL QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

QQR3: ATK LOT TRACEABILITY

Alliant Techsystems Internal Use Only

QQR4: CHANGE NOTIFICATION/CONTROL

QQR5: BASELINED SUPPLIER CHANGES

QQR6: DOCUMENTATION CONTROL

QQR7: LEGIBILITY OF PAPERWORK

QQR8: RETENTION OF RECORDS

QQR9: ALTERNATE RETENTION PERIOD

QQR10: MANNED SPACEFLIGHT REQUIREMENTS

Alliant Techsystems Internal Use Only

QQR12: STAMP CONTROL

QQR13: PERSONNEL TRAINING

QQR14: CONTROL OF COUNTERFEIT PARTS

Alliant Techsystems Internal Use Only

QQR15: ADDITIONAL COUNTERFEIT PART CONTROL

QQR16: COUNTERFEIT PART CERTIFICATION

QQR17: PROHIBITED MATERIALS

Alliant Techsystems Internal Use Only

QQR18: PROHIBITED MATERIALS DETAIL

QQR19: PROHIBITED MATERIAL CERTIFICATION

QQR20: SPECIALTY METALS

QQR21: STATEMENT OF WORK

Alliant Techsystems Internal Use Only

QQR22: DIGITAL DESIGN MODEL AND PDD/LDD

QQR23: DIGITAL DESIGN MODEL AND PDD: SUPPLIER

Suppliers shall be approved by ATK prior to manufacturing to an ATK Partially

QCF2: ATKFURNISHED MATERIALS/COMPONENTS