NDAA Compliance & Supply Chain Security
Complete NDAA Section 848 compliance with 100% domestic electronics manufacturing, verified supply chain traceability, and Blue UAS Framework eligibility.
American-Made, Defense-Grade Systems
Every Forge and Flight platform meets the highest standards for supply chain security, domestic manufacturing, and regulatory compliance. From component sourcing through final assembly, our vertically integrated ecosystem ensures complete NDAA Section 848 compliance without compromise.
100% Domestic Electronics
Forge and Flight Avionics manufactures all avionics in-house using exclusively U.S.-sourced components from verified suppliers.
Complete Traceability
Every component documented with manufacturer origin, distributor certification, and compliance verification.
Zero Foreign Dependencies
No Chinese components. No Chinese PCB fabrication. No supply chain vulnerabilities that compromise security.
Blue UAS Compatible Design
All platforms engineered with NDAA Section 848 compliance from inception, designed for future Blue UAS Framework eligibility.
NDAA Section 848 Explained
Understanding the regulation and why it matters
What is NDAA Section 848?
The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) Section 848, enacted in 2020, prohibits the U.S. Department of Defense and federal agencies from procuring unmanned aircraft systems manufactured by companies based in or controlled by the People's Republic of China.
This legislation was passed in response to national security concerns regarding:
- Data security and unauthorized transmission of sensitive information
- Supply chain vulnerabilities in critical defense systems
- Technology dependence on foreign adversaries
- Potential backdoors or security flaws in foreign-made electronics
Compliance Requirements
Component Sourcing
All components must be sourced from approved suppliers with verified country of origin documentation.
PCB Fabrication
Printed circuit boards must be manufactured in the United States using domestic fabrication facilities.
Assembly & Testing
Final assembly and quality testing must occur in the United States with documented procedures.
Documentation
Complete bill of materials with traceability documentation for every component in the system.
Our Supply Chain Security Approach
American UAS Electronics ensures complete compliance through vertical integration
Component Sourcing
Authorized Distributors Only:
- DigiKey Electronics (Minnesota)
- Mouser Electronics (Texas)
- Arrow Electronics (Colorado)
- M-TRON Components (Veteran-owned, military-spec)
Each component includes manufacturer country of origin and distributor certification.
Preferred Manufacturers
100% U.S. Component Manufacturers:
- Texas Instruments - Power management, ADCs
- Analog Devices - Precision components
- onsemi - Power MOSFETs, protection
- KEMET - Capacitors, filters
- Vishay - Resistors, inductors
- Amphenol - Connectors, cabling
Domestic PCB Fabrication
U.S.-Based Manufacturers:
- Sierra Circuits (California) - Minority-owned, IPC Class 2/3
- Technotronix (California) - 44 years experience, RoHS compliant
- PCB Unlimited (USA) - Quick-turn prototypes
All fabricators provide domestic production certification and material traceability.
In-House Assembly
Fayetteville, NC Facility:
- ESD-safe assembly environment
- IPC-A-610 Class 2/3 standards
- Automated optical inspection (AOI)
- Comprehensive functional testing
Every board receives serial number and complete test documentation.
Platform Integration
Forge and Flight Labs:
Aegis avionics integrated into Aether-10, Vanguard-14, and Titan-20 platforms at Labs manufacturing facility. Complete system-level testing validates integration.
Final platform includes complete compliance documentation package.
Aegis Electronics Series
NDAA-compliant avionics manufactured by American UAS Electronics
Aegis PDB-100
Standard Power Distribution Board
Aegis CORE-500
Advanced Avionics Integration Hub
Aegis SERVO-50
Servo & Actuator Distribution Board
Custom NDAA-Compliant Solutions
American UAS Electronics designs and manufactures custom avionics for unique platform requirements, extreme environmental conditions, or specialized mission equipment. All custom designs maintain complete NDAA compliance with 2-4 week prototyping turnaround.
Blue UAS Framework
Federal certification for defense and government procurement
What is Blue UAS?
The Blue UAS Framework is a Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) program establishing approved small unmanned aircraft systems for Department of Defense and federal agency procurement. The framework ensures platforms meet rigorous security, performance, and compliance standards.
Framework Requirements:
- Complete NDAA Section 848 compliance
- Cybersecurity assessment and penetration testing
- Supply chain verification and documentation
- Performance validation and reliability testing
- Secure software development lifecycle
Forge and Flight Blue UAS Roadmap
Current Status: All platforms designed for Blue UAS Framework eligibility
Compliance Foundation: Complete NDAA Section 848 compliance achieved, establishing foundation for future Blue UAS certification
Next Steps: Blue UAS Framework application planned for Vanguard-14 and Titan-20 platforms pending capital for certification testing
Our Advantages for Future Certification:
- Vertically integrated manufacturing eliminates vendor risks
- Forge and Flight Avionics provides verified supply chain
- Complete component traceability documentation
- In-house cybersecurity testing capabilities
- Direct control over software development lifecycle
- Platforms engineered from inception with Blue UAS requirements in mind
Documentation & Verification
Complete compliance documentation package for every platform
Component Documentation
- Complete bill of materials (BOM)
- Manufacturer country of origin certificates
- Distributor verification documents
- ISO9001/AS9120 certifications
- Component lifecycle status reports
Manufacturing Documentation
- PCB fabrication certificates (domestic)
- Assembly procedures and work instructions
- IPC-A-610 inspection reports
- Quality test data and validation
- Serial number traceability records
Compliance Certifications
- NDAA Section 848 compliance declaration
- Supply chain security attestation
- Platform-level compliance package
- Regulatory approvals (FAA, FCC)
- Cybersecurity assessment reports
Ongoing Verification
- Quarterly supply chain audits
- Component obsolescence monitoring
- Supplier certification updates
- Compliance documentation refresh
- Regulatory change tracking
Request Compliance Documentation
Detailed compliance packages available for qualified buyers including complete supply chain documentation, component traceability, and certification support.
Compliance documentation provided under NDA for qualified government and defense contractor inquiries.