Quality Assurance -More Than Just Compliance.pdf

This is a presentation on NASA's Quality Assurance approach that emphasizes going beyond basic compliance. The presentation outlines NASA's comprehensive quality assurance framework for the Commercial LEO Development Program, detailing requirements sources including NASA contracts (NNK14MA74C, NNK14MA75C), AS9100 standards, and the Government-Industry Data Exchange Program.

The presentation introduces the concept of a "Quality Assurance Case" approach modeled after safety cases, with specific focus on building structured arguments supported by evidence. Key components include organizational quality management system requirements (compliant quality approach, consistent execution, effectiveness, and continual improvement) and mission-related quality requirements (sufficient design, process control, and conformity). The document emphasizes risk-based verification activities following the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle and provides detailed evidence requirements for critical items, including specifications, work instructions, control charts, inspection reports, and certification records. Supporting verification activities include document reviews, onsite inspections, acceptance testing, and third-party certifications.