From global OEM supply chains to classified data environments and rigorous product lifecycle controls, achieving ISO certification is not just a benefit — it’s a requirement. Whether manufacturing components, providing logistics, or developing defence technologies, ISO and sector-specific standards such as AS9100 help establish trust, secure contracts, and mitigate risk.
AvISO has supported aerospace manufacturers, component suppliers, and defence contractors in achieving and maintaining ISO 9001, AS9100, and ISO 27001 certifications. These include both prime contractors and SMEs across the aerospace supply chain.
Aerospace and defence organisations must comply with stringent safety, traceability, cybersecurity, and sustainability requirements. Working with classified or sensitive data demands robust information security protocols, while participation in international defence supply chains requires recognised certifications like AS9100 and ISO 27001. Regulatory pressure, such as export controls and MOD procurement rules, increases the need for structured compliance systems.
Organisations in this sector typically require a combination of quality, security, and environmental frameworks to meet both customer and legal expectations. Standards are often mandated by defence contractors, NATO members, or aerospace OEMs as a condition of entry to supplier frameworks.
AvISO understands the pressures and precision required in this highly regulated environment. From dual-use technology providers to aviation part suppliers, we tailor ISO systems to support operational control, data integrity, and client assurance. Whether you’re preparing for your first certification or integrating multiple standards across multiple sites, we’re here to help.
We support the design and implementation of robust, auditable management systems, aligned with AS9100 and complementary ISO frameworks. Our consultants have experience working within defence security protocols, ITAR/EAR compliance, and aerospace QMS systems.
The ISOvA Toolbox provides real-time risk tracking, version-controlled documentation, and readiness for supplier audits — all within a secure digital environment designed for regulated industries.
Our training packages are tailored to the aerospace and defence context — covering internal auditing, risk-based thinking, security awareness, and systems integration. We also offer mock audits and audit preparation support aligned with AS9100 and ISO 27001 controls.
Required by most major aerospace OEMs, AS9100 is built on ISO 9001 but includes additional requirements for product safety, counterfeit parts prevention, and risk-based thinking.
Essential for suppliers and service providers seeking to demonstrate consistent quality and a commitment to continual improvement.
Protects intellectual property, classified material, and sensitive engineering or communications data. Often required by defence contractors and public sector buyers.
Demonstrates a commitment to reducing emissions, managing waste, and complying with environmental regulations — increasingly important in sustainable defence procurement.
Supports safe operations in hazardous manufacturing and testing environments and helps meet defence health and safety expectations.
Ensures readiness to continue operations in the event of supply chain disruption, cyber incidents, or physical emergencies.
As AI becomes central to aerospace design, defence analytics, and autonomous systems, ISO 42001 offers a clear framework to manage its use responsibly.
For organisations using AI in areas like surveillance, predictive maintenance, or flight automation, ISO 42001 supports compliance with legal, ethical, and security expectations.
At AvISO, we believe that compliance should never become a barrier to progress. We are proud to challenge the industry norm by helping clients achieve certification without over-complication. We cut through unnecessary jargon, focus on what matters, and design systems that are practical, easy to manage, and genuinely add value — not just satisfy auditors.
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While this page focuses on six of the most common standards for the aerospace and defence industry, AvISO also supports a much wider range of ISO and sector-specific frameworks — from ISO 50001 (Energy Management) and ISO 37001 (Anti-Bribery) to specialist needs such as TISAX, Cyber Essentials Plus, and MOD-specific compliance.
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Our team has the experience to guide you through single certifications or integrated systems — whatever your starting point, we’ll meet you there.
Our strategic partnership with ISOvA gives you the best of both worlds: expert consultancy and powerful compliance software. Together, we streamline the entire ISO journey — from system design and risk assessment to document control and audit preparation — all in one digital platform.
Whether you're preparing for AS9100 or rolling out ISO 27001 across secure sites, combining ISOvA with AvISO’s hands-on consultancy ensures simplicity, traceability, and long-term value.
If you would like to know more about ISO Standards, Certification and the value of a good management system you can add to your business we would love to hear from you: Kent: 01892 800476 | London: 02037 458 476 | info@avisoconsultancy.co.uk
