Nadcap Management Council (NMC)
Nadcap Management Council (NMC)
Who is the Nadcap Management Council?
The Nadcap Management Council (NMC) is the executive governing body responsible for overseeing the Nadcap program on behalf of the aerospace, defense, and space industries. Comprised of senior Subscriber representatives from leading OEMs, the NMC defines program strategy, ensures operational integrity, and directs continuous improvement initiatives to maintain Nadcap’s standing as the global benchmark for critical process quality oversight.
As the top-level governance body, the NMC sets policy direction and oversight for Task Groups and program operations. It collaborates with the Supplier Support Committee (SSC) to ensure supplier engagement and support remains central to Nadcap’s mission.
Through leadership, collaboration, and strategic oversight, the NMC ensures that Nadcap remains a technically robust, globally harmonized, and industry-relevant accreditation program.
What Does the NMC Do?
The NMC sets strategic priorities and the operating framework for Nadcap by:
- Defining program goals, governance structures, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Overseeing Task Group activity, Audit Criteria development, and accreditation consistency
- Managing program policies, resources, and operational performance
- Facilitating global industry collaboration and regulatory alignment
- Supporting suppliers, auditors, and Subscribers through governance and outreach
The NMC also establishes procedural mandates for how Task Groups address specific accreditation challenges—such as handling job audits for Suppliers without existing aerospace customers.
It ensures the Nadcap program serves the shared interests of the aerospace, defense, and space industries by delivering supplier oversight solutions that are effective, efficient, and aligned with evolving industry needs.
Leadership Perspectives
“The strength of Nadcap lies in its industry-driven model, and the NMC ensures we remain agile, globally relevant, and committed to raising the bar for aerospace supply chain quality.”
— Scott Maitland, NMC Chairperson“Our committees work together to deliver program improvements, operational excellence, and consistent audit outcomes for the global aerospace community.”
— [Vice Chairperson Name], NMC Vice Chairperson
NMC Committees
Globalization & Strategy Committee Role:
Guides Nadcap’s long-term strategic direction and international growth.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and review strategic objectives
- Address global adoption and regulatory engagement
- Support expansion into new regions and technologies
Committee Lead: [Name, Title, Company]
