Manufacturing
A product that performs well in simulation and testing still has to be built, repeatedly, to the same standard, every time. That is what our manufacturing process is designed to guarantee. From the moment a component arrives at our facility through to final acceptance and dispatch, every step follows a defined procedure, and every result is recorded.
Anywaves Performance
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Products Delivered
Worldwide
Production Capabilities
Our manufacturing capabilities span the full electronics and mechanical production chain. The equipment and processes described below are operational across our Toulouse and Hautcharage sites.
Electronics Assembly
MMIC Packaging
Precision Machining and Surface Treatment
Automated Optical Inspection (AOI)
Our electronics production line covers the full assembly sequence from bare board to tested module. Reflow soldering is performed using vacuum reflow ovens, which significantly reduce void formation in solder joints compared to convection ovens, which matters particularly for RF and power components where thermal contact quality affects performance. Automated pick-and-place handles component placement for volume production, and flying probe testing is used for functional verification across board types without requiring dedicated fixtures.
We integrate bare die Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuits into ceramic housings in-house, producing components that are better adapted to the thermal and dimensional constraints of space hardware than standard catalogue packages. This capability gives us direct control over performance and geometry at the component level, which is one of the ways we reduce size and mass in active RF products.
Mechanical parts are manufactured by qualified external machining partners to tight dimensional tolerances. Parts then undergo surface treatments selected for the application, including SurTec 650 chemical conversion for aluminium structural parts and gold plating for RF contact surfaces. All machined parts go through material lot validation and dimensional inspection before entering the assembly line.
AOI provides systematic post-solder inspection of every board, verifying solder joint quality and component placement against reference data. It is an automated check that runs independently of operator judgment and covers the full board surface, which makes it more consistent than manual visual inspection alone and significantly faster for higher volumes.
Our Manufacturing Standards
Component and Stock Management
Reliable production depends on having the right components available, in the right condition, at the right time. Our stock management is handled through our ERP system, which has been in place group-wide since early 2026 and provides real-time visibility over inventory levels, component status, and production scheduling.
Beyond inventory tracking, we manage component-level quality attributes that are critical for aerospace production: date codes, lot numbers, and Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) classification for components that degrade if exposed to ambient humidity for too long. Components are tracked from receipt through consumption, and consumables with shelf-life constraints are managed against expiry dates. This is not only a quality requirement but also a practical safeguard against using materials that have exceeded their rated condition.
As our volumes grow, we are progressively moving toward direct procurement from component manufacturers rather than through distributors, which simplifies the traceability chain and reduces counterfeit risk.
Counterfeit Detection and Prevention
Counterfeit components in aerospace hardware are a genuine risk, particularly for electronic components sourced on the open market. Our approach is to address this at the sourcing stage rather than relying solely on incoming inspection to catch it.
We source components exclusively from EN 9100 certified suppliers or direct from manufacturers. There are no brokers in our supply chain. For components where direct manufacturer sourcing is not yet feasible, we apply additional incoming inspection steps, including visual inspection and, where warranted, parametric testing to verify that components perform as specified.
As our production volumes increase, direct manufacturer relationships are expanding, which provides the strongest possible guarantee of component authenticity.
Non-Conformity Management
When a non-conformity is detected during production, whether at incoming inspection, during assembly, or at acceptance testing, it is quarantined, logged, and investigated before any further processing takes place. Root cause analysis is carried out using a methodology adapted to the nature and complexity of the issue, and corrective actions are tracked through to formal closure.
Our non-conformity management process is described in detail on our Quality Management page.
Our Manufacturing Partners
The quality of what we produce is directly connected to the quality of the partners we work with. Our supplier network covers both our Toulouse and Hautcharage sites, across precision machining, surface treatment, electronic components, and production software. We apply the same standards to our partners that we apply to ourselves, and we build relationships that go beyond individual transactions.
Connektica is our ERP and production software partner, supporting the traceability and inventory management infrastructure that runs across our Toulouse and Hautcharage operations.
Anyfield is a specialist in space antenna integration and testing, with deep expertise in the operational requirements of space programmes. Our collaboration with Anyfield spans both engineering support and production-adjacent services.
How we Build our Partnerships
EN 9100 Certified
Anywaves, our parent company and founding entity based in Toulouse, has held EN 9100 certification since 2021. That certification was earned through years of rigorous process discipline and has been renewed under independent audit. It is the foundation on which the group’s quality framework is built.
As the group has grown, that same framework has been progressively extended. Our Hautcharage, Luxembourg site is working toward its own EN 9100 certification, with a target of 2027 aligned with the Toulouse renewal cycle. The processes, standards, and quality discipline that earned the original certification are already applied there. Certification is the formal recognition of what is already in practice.
All products shipped from our facilities, including those sold through our commercial office in Austin, Texas, are produced under the EN 9100 framework. When you work with Anywaves, you are working with a group whose quality management has been independently verified at its core.
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Questions & Answers
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How do you ensure consistent quality across production batches?
Consistency is ensured through controlled processes, operator-qualified work instructions, and full traceability at every stage. From component sourcing to final testing, each step is documented, monitored, and linked to the unit serial number, ensuring repeatability across production runs.
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What level of traceability do you provide on delivered products?
Each product is delivered with complete traceability, including component lot numbers, date codes, manufacturing records, and acceptance test results. All data is managed through our ERP system, allowing full backward traceability from the delivered unit to individual components and process steps.
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How do you mitigate risks related to component supply and counterfeit parts?
We source exclusively from EN 9100-certified suppliers or directly from manufacturers, with no use of brokers. As volumes increase, we prioritise direct manufacturer sourcing to reduce risk at the source. Additional inspection steps are applied where necessary.
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Do you support both low-volume and higher-rate production?
Yes. Our manufacturing setup is designed to handle both engineering models and recurring production. Semi-automated assembly lines, combined with controlled processes, allow us to scale production while maintaining quality and traceability.
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What types of testing are performed before delivery?
All products undergo acceptance testing covering functional performance, RF characteristics, and any programme-specific requirements. Testing is supported by automated systems such as flying probe testing, and results are fully recorded and linked to each unit.
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How do you manage non-conformities during production?
Non-conformities are immediately quarantined, logged, and analysed. Root cause investigations are conducted, and corrective actions are tracked through to closure. This ensures issues are resolved systematically and do not propagate into delivered hardware.
Space hardware manufacturing and quality control
Manufacturing space hardware requires strict process control, full traceability, and consistent quality across every unit produced. At Anywaves, we manufacture space antennas, RF electronics and SDR platforms through controlled, EN 9100-aligned processes covering sourcing, assembly, testing and delivery.
With in-house production capabilities, qualified suppliers, and rigorous inspection at every stage, we deliver space-qualified hardware designed for reliability, repeatability and long-term performance in orbit.
