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title: ITAR Registered Machine Shop | Ardel Engineering
description: Ardel Engineering is an ITAR-registered manufacturer providing precision CNC machining for defense and aerospace. Ensure security and compliance. Contact us!
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- [What Is ITAR?
  
  ](https://www.ardelengineering.com/itar-registered#specialties)
- [How to Comply With ITAR 
  
  ](https://www.ardelengineering.com/itar-registered#capabilities)
- [ITAR Compliance vs. Certification
  
  ](https://www.ardelengineering.com/itar-registered#itar-compliance-vs-certification)
- [How Do I Know If My Organization Is ITAR Compliant?
  
  ](https://www.ardelengineering.com/itar-registered#how-do-i-know-if-my-organization-is-itar-compliant)
- [What Organizations Require ITAR Registration? 
  
  ](https://www.ardelengineering.com/itar-registered#what-organizations-require-itar-registation)
- [ITAR Compliant Machining Services
  
  ](https://www.ardelengineering.com/itar-registered#cncmachiningservices)

We follow all industry certification and compliance guidelines to ensure our customers’ products meet all relevant requirements. Learn more about ITAR compliance and what organizations need to be ITAR-registered.

- [What Is ITAR?
  
  ](https://www.ardelengineering.com/itar-registered#specialties)
- [How to Comply With ITAR 
  
  ](https://www.ardelengineering.com/itar-registered#capabilities)
- [ITAR Compliance vs. Certification
  
  ](https://www.ardelengineering.com/itar-registered#itar-compliance-vs-certification)
- [How Do I Know If My Organization Is ITAR Compliant?
  
  ](https://www.ardelengineering.com/itar-registered#how-do-i-know-if-my-organization-is-itar-compliant)
- [What Organizations Require ITAR Registration? 
  
  ](https://www.ardelengineering.com/itar-registered#what-organizations-require-itar-registation)
- [ITAR Compliant Machining Services
  
  ](https://www.ardelengineering.com/itar-registered#cncmachiningservices)

## What Is ITAR?

The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) is a set of guidelines that regulate the export of products and services with military industry applications.

The U.S. Department of State is in charge of ITAR and determines what products and services require ITAR compliance according to the United States Munitions List (USML). The goal of ITAR is to prevent unclassified defense-related goods from falling into the possession of unfriendly governments or other groups.

ITAR consists of multiple implications for companies that manufacture, sell, or import/export defense-related products. Any company with access to any defense-related goods, services, or technical information must comply with ITAR and be licensed by the U.S. State Department.

Munitions, weapons, and military vehicles are apparent examples of military articles. But defense-related personnel equipment, shelters, technical data, software, and services like repairs, maintenance, and testing also fall under ITAR’s oversight.

## How to Comply With ITAR

ITAR compliance requires:

- Registering with the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC)
- Meeting all necessary requirements and regulations under ITAR
- Implementing an extensive in-house compliance program
- Receiving training
- Ensuring your organization follows the program every day

Companies must not violate ITAR regulations and must educate and train employees in every aspect of the regulations.

## ITAR Compliance vs. Certification

People often confuse ITAR certification and compliance, but it’s important to note the difference. Certifications require an independent certification body to check that companies meet an established set of certification requirements, while compliance is when companies follow a set of rules and implement processes to ensure they do not violate those regulations.

Unlike certain quality systems such as ISO and AS9100, ITAR does not have published certification requirements, so there are no independent “ITAR certification” bodies that can give companies ITAR certification. Rather, each company manages their own ITAR registrations by applying on the State Department’s website, and maintaining compliance through self-audits. Companies cannot hire another organization to provide them with an ITAR seal of approval.

Companies should instead focus on implementing processes to comply with ITAR rather than being certified for ITAR. ITAR compliance requires a thorough understanding of all regulations and the law, ensuring your business doesn’t violate ITAR regulations. ITAR registration allows a company to receive certifications in other areas, such as the Joint Certification Program (JCP), which then allows them to acquire government contracts for work. It is also important to keep up on changes in ITAR compliance, as new certifications, such as CMMC 2.0, can integrate into government regulations.

Similar to how a company analyzes and pays taxes each year by hiring an accountant, many companies must also evaluate ITAR compliance and take necessary steps to comply, which may include hiring a consultant to help.

## How Do I Know If My Organization Is ITAR Compliant?

Companies meeting the ITAR requirements must register with the State Department. Once gaining approval, a company must avoid participation in activities including the transfer of technical data/software, services, or exports of items on the USML list to foreign countries. Strict record-keeping and reporting are mandated. Failure to comply creates many problems.

The best way to ensure your company is ITAR compliant is to have a knowledgeable in-house trade compliance team develop and maintain a compliance program for you. If needed, you can hire an outside company to evaluate your company’s operations and provide a plan for becoming ITAR compliant. Even with an external consultation, your company must have at least one employee responsible for maintaining the trade compliance program.

## What Organizations Require ITAR Registration?

All companies manufacturing or exporting defense articles, such as brokers, exporters, and freight forwarders, must register with the DDTC and meet all ITAR requirements. Defense articles are items or technical data on the USML.

ITAR represents a broad-reaching set of requirements. For example, a fabricated metal component that doesn’t seem to have any defense value could qualify under ITAR if it ends up in a defense assembly. Goods used for civilian applications may also fall under ITAR if they were originally developed or modified for military use.

If your company falls under ITAR regulations and still exports non-defense related items, proceed cautiously, as penalties for compliance violations are stiff. Companies may lose government contracts and be prevented from doing business with the government forever.

Additionally, fines are stiff, ranging up to $1 million per violation. For extreme violations, criminal sanctions include prison sentences of up to 10 years for company officers, directors, and employees. Proper training and adherence to the regulations provide the only route to successful operation within ITAR.

[![ITAR](https://www.ardelengineering.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Registration-Letter-M23950-2-3-1-pdf.png?width=587&height=828&name=Registration-Letter-M23950-2-3-1-pdf.png "ITAR") ITAR ](https://www.ardelengineering.com/hubfs/Registration_Letter_M23950.pdf)

## ITAR Compliant Machining Services

Ardel Engineering is a proud ITAR-compliant machining shop, delivering high-quality products for defense, military, and government clients and specializing in aerospace applications. We offer an array of precision machining services, including Swiss screw turning, CNC machining using various mediums, and wire EDM, as well as multiple value-added services that include MIL-SPEC anodizing and filming.

Ardel Engineering complies with all applicable ITAR regulations provided by the U.S. Department of State. If you work with us, you’ll get precision machined parts from an ITAR-compliant company.

[Contact Us](https://www.ardelengineering.com/contact) [Request Your Quote](https://www.ardelengineering.com/request-quote)

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## From the Blog

- ### [How Milling Strategy Changes with the Material: Vertical vs. Horizontal Approaches](https://www.ardelengineering.com/blog/vertical-and-horizontal-milling-for-different-materials)
  
  Not all materials behave the same under a cutting tool. Ardel Engineering tailors our machining approach to the material we’re working with, and that starts with choosing the right milling machine. Whether we’re working with metals or plastics, we use both vertical and horizontal milling to bring out the best in every part.
  
  
  
  
  
  [Read More](https://www.ardelengineering.com/blog/vertical-and-horizontal-milling-for-different-materials)
- ### [CMMC 2.0 Level 2 Cybersecurity](https://www.ardelengineering.com/blog/cmmc-2.0-level-2-cybersecurity)
  
  Cybersecurity is a crucial concern for many businesses, especially aerospace and defense companies. Ensuring data security protects not only the reputation of the organization but also its customers and stakeholders. To achieve this, the United States Department of Defense (DoD) has created a cybersecurity framework known as the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
  
  
  
  
  
  [Read More](https://www.ardelengineering.com/blog/cmmc-2.0-level-2-cybersecurity)

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