Active Solutions Earns AS9100 Certification with Design Ability: Bridging the Gap Between Engineering and Manufacturing

A2Z Manufacturing
Sep 18
3 min read

Updated: Nov 4

What Sets Active Solutions Apart:

AS9100D Certified – with Design Authority (a rare designation among small manufacturers)
Full In-House Mechanical + Electrical Engineering
Precision Machining + Complex Assemblies + Systems Integration
Advanced CNC and Waterjet Technology with ±.0001” Accuracy
From Concept Through Assembly – Ideal for Aerospace/Defense/Semiconductor/Medical

Active Solutions, a growing entity in the precision CNC machining industry, has officially earned its AS9100 certification—including the highly sought-after “design” designation. This positions the company as a top-tier partner for aerospace, defense, automotive, semiconductor, and medical customers who need more than just machining—they need complete engineering-to-manufacturing solutions. This milestone reflects not only a commitment to quality, but also to innovation, documentation, and robust process control.

Founded in 2016 by mechanical engineer Henry Jovanovic, Active Solutions was created to solve a persistent problem in industry: the disconnect between product design and manufacturability. Henry, who earned his degree at Arizona State University and worked for a number of Fortune 500 manufacturing companies, saw this gap repeatedly throughout his 20+ year career.

“Too many times I saw great designs fail during production because they weren’t grounded in real-world manufacturing,” said Henry. “I started Active Solutions to change that.”

Today, Active Solutions is a full-service precision machining company with in-house design, fabrication, assembly and welding capabilities. Its facility features advanced CNC equipment—including Kitamura, Doosan and Nakamura-Tome mill-turn machines—alongside a 5-axis Omax waterjet that can process fixtures and large plates up to 4x8 feet. With precision holding at ±.0001”, the company is well-equipped for the stringent requirements of precision manufacturing.

A standout feature of the business is its ability to tackle complex assemblies and integrated systems, including those with pneumatic, hydraulic and electronic components. This is possible thanks to the ongoing synergy between Henry and his son Aleks, who has an electrical engineering background.

Together, they bring a multidisciplinary approach that allows the team to take on jobs that require both mechanical and electrical know-how. This vertically integrated model allows customers to collaborate with a single partner throughout the design-to-build cycle, streamlining development timelines and reducing cost and risk.

“Our engineering-first mindset means we can solve problems others won’t touch,” Henry said. “We don’t just machine parts—we partner with our customers to refine designs, identify issues, and deliver full solutions.”

That commitment has earned the trust of long-standing customers. One client shared:

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Active Solutions for over six years, and I can confidently say that Henry and his team are exceptional. They consistently deliver projects on time and within budget, demonstrating professionalism and reliability that’s hard to come by.”

As Active Solutions expanded its footprint into aerospace and defense, one major roadblock emerged: without AS9100 certification, certain contracts were off the table. That changed in April 2025, when the company successfully completed its AS9100 audit—with zero findings.

Helping guide the certification process was BMSC, a consulting group led by Bretta Kelly and Debbie Hart, known throughout the industry for their quality system expertise.

“They were highly recommended by two shops I respect,” Henry noted. “Bretta and Debbie were phenomenal. They didn’t just show up with a checklist—they built the system with us from the ground up. Their process is disciplined, effective, and professional from start to finish.”

With AS9100D including design now in place, Active Solutions can support customers through the entire product development lifecycle—from concept and CAD modeling to prototype, production, and final assembly.

“Working with BMSC was the best decision we could have made,” Henry concluded. “If you’re serious about certification, they’re the team you want.”

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Active Solutions Earns AS9100 Certification with Design Ability: Bridging the Gap Between Engineering and Manufacturing

“Too many times I saw great designs fail during production because they weren’t grounded in real-world manufacturing,” said Henry. “I started Active Solutions to change that.”

A standout feature of the business is its ability to tackle complex assemblies and integrated systems, including those with pneumatic, hydraulic and electronic components. This is possible thanks to the ongoing synergy between Henry and his son Aleks, who has an electrical engineering background.

“Our engineering-first mindset means we can solve problems others won’t touch,” Henry said. “We don’t just machine parts—we partner with our customers to refine designs, identify issues, and deliver full solutions.”

That commitment has earned the trust of long-standing customers. One client shared:

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Active Solutions for over six years, and I can confidently say that Henry and his team are exceptional. They consistently deliver projects on time and within budget, demonstrating professionalism and reliability that’s hard to come by.”

As Active Solutions expanded its footprint into aerospace and defense, one major roadblock emerged: without AS9100 certification, certain contracts were off the table. That changed in April 2025, when the company successfully completed its AS9100 audit—with zero findings.

Helping guide the certification process was BMSC, a consulting group led by Bretta Kelly and Debbie Hart, known throughout the industry for their quality system expertise.

“They were highly recommended by two shops I respect,” Henry noted. “Bretta and Debbie were phenomenal. They didn’t just show up with a checklist—they built the system with us from the ground up. Their process is disciplined, effective, and professional from start to finish.”

With AS9100D including design now in place, Active Solutions can support customers through the entire product development lifecycle—from concept and CAD modeling to prototype, production, and final assembly.

“Working with BMSC was the best decision we could have made,” Henry concluded. “If you’re serious about certification, they’re the team you want.”

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“Too many times I saw great designs fail during production because they weren’t grounded in real-world manufacturing,” said Henry. “I started Active Solutions to change that.”

A standout feature of the business is its ability to tackle complex assemblies and integrated systems, including those with pneumatic, hydraulic and electronic components. This is possible thanks to the ongoing synergy between Henry and his son Aleks, who has an electrical engineering background.

“Our engineering-first mindset means we can solve problems others won’t touch,” Henry said. “We don’t just machine parts—we partner with our customers to refine designs, identify issues, and deliver full solutions.”

That commitment has earned the trust of long-standing customers. One client shared:

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Active Solutions for over six years, and I can confidently say that Henry and his team are exceptional. They consistently deliver projects on time and within budget, demonstrating professionalism and reliability that’s hard to come by.”

As Active Solutions expanded its footprint into aerospace and defense, one major roadblock emerged: without AS9100 certification, certain contracts were off the table. That changed in April 2025, when the company successfully completed its AS9100 audit—with zero findings.

Helping guide the certification process was BMSC, a consulting group led by Bretta Kelly and Debbie Hart, known throughout the industry for their quality system expertise.

“They were highly recommended by two shops I respect,” Henry noted. “Bretta and Debbie were phenomenal. They didn’t just show up with a checklist—they built the system with us from the ground up. Their process is disciplined, effective, and professional from start to finish.”

With AS9100D including design now in place, Active Solutions can support customers through the entire product development lifecycle—from concept and CAD modeling to prototype, production, and final assembly.

“Working with BMSC was the best decision we could have made,” Henry concluded. “If you’re serious about certification, they’re the team you want.”

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