Catamount Machine Works Earns 100% Score on Third Consecutive AS9100 Audit

At Catamount Machine Works, quality isn’t just a metric—it’s a mindset. We’re proud to announce that we have successfully completed our third AS9100 certification audit with a 100% score, reaffirming our unwavering commitment to excellence in aerospace CNC machining and manufacturing.

This milestone is more than just a continuation of compliance—it’s a powerful reflection of the systems, culture, and continuous improvement that define our team and the work we deliver. In an industry where precision, traceability, and accountability are paramount, achieving a perfect score on an AS9100 audit—three times in a row—sets Catamount apart as a trusted partner to aerospace and defense OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and advanced manufacturers across the United States.

What is AS9100 and Why Does It Matter?
AS9100 is the internationally recognized Quality Management System (QMS) standard for the aerospace, space, and defense industries. Developed by the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG), AS9100 is based on the ISO 9001 standard, but includes additional requirements specific to aerospace such as:

• Product safety and risk management

• Configuration and change control

• Special process validation

• Counterfeit parts prevention

• Regulatory compliance and customer-specific requirements

Certification to AS9100 is not optional for serious players in aerospace manufacturing—it is a requirement for doing business with most aerospace and defense companies. More importantly, it is a proven framework for achieving the highest levels of operational excellence, process control, and customer satisfaction.
At Catamount Machine Works, AS9100 isn’t just a box to check—it’s the foundation of how we work.

What a 100% Score Means

Achieving a 100% score on an AS9100 audit means that no nonconformities were found—major or minor—during the certification process. Every department, from quoting and contract review to final inspection and shipping, demonstrated full compliance with AS9100D requirements, as well as Catamount’s internal quality procedures.

This level of performance reflects not just documentation and process alignment, but deep engagement and discipline by every member of our team. Auditors evaluated:

• Our management commitment and leadership involvement

• Risk-based thinking across programs and processes

• Calibration and equipment maintenance programs

• Employee training and competency systems

• Product realization and inspection planning

• NCR, CAPA, and continual improvement processes

• Records traceability and document control

How We Did It

Behind this achievement lies our philosophy of continuous improvement, backed by disciplined implementation of proven tools, software, and training. Here are some of the key factors that contributed to our successful audit:

• Daily Quality Standups

• ProShop ERP Integration

• In-Process Inspection with Verisurf & HighQA

• Formal Training Programs

• Internal Audits and Mock Assessments

Why It Matters to Our Customers

For our aerospace, defense, and space customers, this certification is more than a symbol—it’s a signal that we are ready to meet their highest standards. Our consistent 100% audit scores and on-time delivery record mean fewer risks, fewer delays, and fewer quality escapes for our partners.

This audit result also directly supports our clients in their own regulatory and quality obligations. When your supplier is rock-solid in compliance and documentation, you gain peace of mind—and better outcomes.

As one aerospace quality manager recently shared, “Working with Catamount means one less worry. They’re on top of their game.”

Looking Ahead

While we’re proud of this achievement, we’re not done improving. The aerospace and defense industry continues to evolve with new requirements, technologies, and expectations. As we look to the future, we are actively investing in:

• CMMC 2.0 compliance for cybersecurity

• Automated in-process metrology

• Expanded 5-axis machining capabilities

• Digital thread integration and data traceability

• Workforce development through apprenticeship and community college partnerships

At Catamount, excellence is not a destination—it’s a journey. This latest AS9100 milestone reinforces our role as a reliable and responsive partner to the most demanding sectors in American manufacturing.

About Catamount Machine Works

Catamount Machine Works is an AS9100- and ISO 9001-certified CNC job shop based in Tampa, Florida. We specialize in tight-tolerance CNC milling, turning, and wire EDM for the aerospace, defense, and high-tech manufacturing sectors. With a 100% on-time and quality score from Lockheed Martin and cutting-edge inspection systems, Catamount is trusted by leaders in mission-critical manufacturing.

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