First Article Inspection
Thorough FAI reporting compliant with AS9102 standards, verifying that all design, engineering, and specification requirements are correctly understood and implemented before full production begins.
Douglas Machine & Engineering delivers rigorous industrial inspection and consulting services backed by ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certifications. From first article inspection and CMM analysis to comprehensive quality documentation, our expert team ensures your components meet the strictest aerospace, defense, and industrial compliance standards—giving you confidence from concept through final delivery.
Comprehensive inspection and quality assurance solutions designed to meet the most demanding aerospace, defense, and industrial compliance requirements.
Thorough FAI reporting compliant with AS9102 standards, verifying that all design, engineering, and specification requirements are correctly understood and implemented before full production begins.
Coordinate Measurement Machine analysis via Exact Metrology delivers precise dimensional verification, ensuring manufactured components meet exact tolerance specifications for regulated industries.
On-site dimensional inspection using certified granite tables, precision gauges, and calibrated instruments to confirm component accuracy and conformance to engineering drawings and customer specs.
Complete quality documentation packages including inspection records, corrective action reports, supplier quality audits, and compliance certificates to support traceability and regulatory requirements.
Systematic supplier monitoring through performance reporting, corrective action requests, and quality audits, ensuring your supply chain maintains the integrity required by aerospace and defense standards.
Expert consulting on ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D compliance requirements, helping clients navigate quality system development, process improvement, and regulatory alignment across industrial sectors.
At Douglas Machine & Engineering, our inspection and consulting services are anchored in ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certification—the gold standard for aerospace and defense quality management. We combine advanced metrology tools, certified granite surface verification, and meticulous documentation practices to catch discrepancies early, reduce costly rework, and keep your production programs on schedule. Whether supporting a single first article inspection or managing supplier quality across an entire program, our team brings the technical rigor and open-door communication your operations demand.
We combine certified expertise, advanced metrology resources, and a commitment to transparency to deliver inspection and consulting services you can count on.
ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified, meeting the highest quality management standards for aerospace, defense, and regulated industries.
CMM analysis, certified granite surface tables, and precision gauges ensure dimensional accuracy to tolerances as tight as +/-.0005 inches.
Our open-door policy makes all inspection systems, procedures, and records available upon request, fostering trust and accountability on every program.
From initial consulting through final quality documentation, DM&E manages the entire inspection workflow in-house, eliminating costly coordination across multiple vendors.
A skilled, certified workforce dedicated to precision, quality, and on-time delivery.
Douglas Machine & Engineering is a precision manufacturing and inspection company operating under ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certifications, with a CAGE Code of 87BF4 and SAM and JCP approvals confirming its standing as a trusted government and industrial supplier. The company has recently expanded its capabilities with the grand opening of a new CNC Machining production shop, reflecting a deep commitment to continuous growth and enhanced capacity. With AWS certified welders, Cyber Security Insurance, and advanced metrology resources, DM&E serves demanding sectors including aerospace, defense, robotics, agriculture, pharmaceutical, and industrial manufacturing. The team's philosophy centers on transparency, proactive communication, and putting quality in their own hands—managing every project from concept through installation to ensure performance and on-time delivery that consistently exceeds customer expectations.
DM&E is ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified, and holds approvals as a SAM and JCP approved supplier with CAGE Code 87BF4. These certifications confirm our quality management systems meet the strictest aerospace and defense standards.
Speak directly with our certified quality team for expert guidance tailored to your specific program requirements.
Internationally recognized quality management system certification.
Aerospace quality management system standard for defense and aviation.
American Welding Society certified welding professionals on staff.
Tell us about your project requirements and one of our certified quality specialists will get back to you promptly with a tailored inspection or consulting plan.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 563-324-0611 You can also send us a quick email at lschaul@doug-machine.com
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 563-324-0611 You can also send us a quick email at lschaul@doug-machine.com