The Boeing Company Suppliers
American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells airplanes, rotorcraft, rockets, satellites, and missiles worldwide.
Headquarters: Arlington, Virginia
Business Segments
Major Programs
Boeing manufactures and supports these major aerospace and defense programs, each requiring qualified suppliers throughout the supply chain.
737 MAX
787 Dreamliner
777X
KC-46 Pegasus
AH-64 Apache
CH-47 Chinook
F/A-18 Super Hornet
Space Launch System
CST-100 Starliner
Supplier Requirements
To supply Boeing, machine shops typically need the following certifications and capabilities:
Required Certifications
Typical Capabilities
- •5-axis CNC machining for complex geometries
- •Exotic materials: titanium, Inconel, aluminum alloys
- •Tolerances to ±0.0001" on critical features
- •CMM inspection and first article inspection (FAI)
- •Full material traceability and documentation
- •DFARS compliant material sourcing
How to Become a Boeing Supplier
Get Certified
Obtain AS9100 certification and ITAR registration if working on defense programs.
Register
Create an account in Boeing's supplier portal and complete the registration process.
Qualification
Complete supplier qualification questionnaires and pass any required quality audits.
Build Track Record
Start with smaller orders to demonstrate quality and reliability before larger programs.
AS9100 Certified Machine Shops
These shops have the certifications typically required to supply Boeing programs
Frequently Asked Questions
What certifications do I need to supply Boeing?
Boeing typically requires suppliers to hold AS9100, NADCAP, D1-4426, ITAR, DFARS. The specific requirements vary by program and component criticality. Most machined components require at minimum AS9100 certification.
How do I become an approved Boeing supplier?
To become a Boeing supplier: 1) Obtain required certifications (AS9100, ITAR if defense), 2) Register in their supplier portal, 3) Complete supplier qualification questionnaire, 4) Pass quality audit if selected, 5) Start with smaller orders to build track record.
What programs does Boeing manufacture?
Boeing produces 737 MAX, 787 Dreamliner, 777X, KC-46 Pegasus, AH-64 Apache and 4 other major programs. Each program has specific supply chain requirements and qualification processes.
Where is Boeing headquartered?
Boeing is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. They have 3 major business segments: Commercial Airplanes, Defense Space & Security, Global Services.
What types of machine shops supply Boeing?
Boeing works with AS9100 certified machine shops offering precision CNC machining, 5-axis capabilities, exotic materials expertise (titanium, Inconel), and tight tolerance work. ITAR registration is required for defense programs.
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