Machine Shops for Boeing 787 Dreamliner
Find AS9100 & ITAR certified machine shops qualified to supply components for the 787 program.
Prime Contractor
Boeing Commercial Airplanes
Production Location
Everett, WA and North Charleston, SC
Status
Rate 5 per month, increasing to 10
Required Certs
AS9100D, NADCAP
Program Overview
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is a wide-body, long-haul commercial airliner featuring extensive composite construction and fuel-efficient GEnx or Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines. With over 1,100 aircraft ordered, it represents Boeing's flagship widebody program.
Key Partners
- Spirit AeroSystems (fuselage sections)
- Mitsubishi (wing box)
- GE Aviation (GEnx engines)
- Rolls-Royce (Trent 1000 engines)
Additional Prime Contractors
Machined Component Categories
Wing Components
Wing rib fittings, spar caps, and aluminum structural elements
Fuselage Fittings
Section join fittings, door frames, and floor beams
Landing Gear
Main and nose gear components, actuators, and linkages
Engine Nacelle
Inlet components, thrust reversers, and structural rings
Primary Materials
Required Certifications
Preferred:
Special Requirements
- Boeing D1-4426 quality requirements
- MBD (Model-Based Definition) capability
- CATIA V5/V6 proficiency
How to Become a 787 Supplier
- 1
Obtain Required Certifications
AS9100D certification and other required certifications are mandatory before pursuing program work.
- 2
Register in Supplier Portal
Register through Boeing Commercial Airplanes's supplier portal and relevant procurement networks (e.g., Exostar).
Visit supplier portal - 3
Respond to RFQs
Monitor procurement opportunities and submit competitive quotes that demonstrate your capabilities and capacity.
- 4
Complete Qualification
Pass supplier qualification audits and first article inspections before receiving production orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
What certifications does Boeing require for 787 suppliers?
AS9100D certification is mandatory. NADCAP is required for special processes. Boeing-specific D1-4426 quality requirements apply. Suppliers must also meet Boeing's supplier qualification standards.
What materials are commonly machined for the 787?
While the 787 is 50% composite by weight, significant machining is required for aluminum wing components (7050, 7055), titanium fittings, and engine-related Inconel parts. Landing gear requires high-strength steel machining.
Where is 787 production located?
Final assembly occurs in Everett, Washington and North Charleston, South Carolina. Component suppliers ship to both locations and to tier-1 partners like Spirit AeroSystems.
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Prime Contractor
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Qualified Machine Shops
AS9100 & ITAR certified manufacturers capable of 787 program work