Date of Award
1985
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Business Administration
Department
Business
Abstract
This thesis explores the establishment, purpose, and implications of MIL-STD-1772, a military standard developed to certify hybrid microcircuit facilities and fabrication lines. The standard emerged in response to inconsistencies and reliability concerns in military-grade hybrid microcircuit production, aiming to unify audit and certification procedures across the defense sector. Developed in conjunction with significant revisions to MIL-M-38510 and MIL-STD-883, MIL-STD-1772 marks a major shift from product-based to process-based certification, emphasizing consistent manufacturing quality over one-time inspection results.
The work outlines the rationale and development history of MIL-STD-1772, detailing the joint efforts of government agencies, industry representatives, and standardization councils. It also analyzes the core components of the standard—Section A, which defines audit protocols for line certification, and Section B, which governs process certification. Specific processes such as thick/thin film fabrication, element and substrate attachment, wire bonding, and sealing are covered in detail. The document highlights the systematic audit and documentation requirements, including annual evaluations by the Defense Electronics Supply Center (DESC).
A significant portion of the study is dedicated to showing how MIL-STD-1772 ensures that manufacturers demonstrate, through controlled processes and documented quality management, the ability to repeatedly produce highly reliable hybrid microcircuits. This standardization is essential for ensuring quality in devices used in military and aerospace applications, where failure rates must be minimized.
By requiring rigorous documentation, internal auditing, and adherence to specific federal standards, MIL-STD-1772 improves both the traceability and reliability of hybrid microcircuit production. Ultimately, this thesis presents MIL-STD-1772 not just as a technical specification, but as a foundational quality assurance tool that aligns manufacturer practices with defense procurement expectations.
Recommended Citation
Wright, Edgar Allen, "MIL-STD-1772 Certification Requirements" (1985). Theses. 1612.
https://digitalcommons.lindenwood.edu/theses/1612
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