Alejandro Capristan

Alejandro Capristan serves as a key procurement professional within the FA8807 Military Commission and PNT SSC/CGK, part of the Department of the Air Force’s Space Systems Command. He is responsible for managing complex acquisitions of space-based systems critical to national security, with a focus on protected satellite communications, precision navigation and timing (PNT) architectures, and guided missile and space vehicle systems. His work ensures the timely delivery of resilient, high-assurance capabilities that enable operational superiority in contested environments. Capristan handles full lifecycle contract actions—from requirements validation and source selection to contract award and performance oversight—primarily for technical systems requiring stringent security, reliability, and space-environment certification. He maintains consistent contracting relationships with specialized defense contractors including Aerospace & Commercial Technologies, LLC, and Liberty Communications, Inc., both of which provide advanced electronics, secure communications payloads, and mission-critical space subsystems. His procurement approach favors established industry partners with proven expertise in aerospace engineering and classified system integration, reflecting a preference for technical maturity and mission-readiness over novelty. These partnerships are typically long-term, performance-based, and aligned with Defense Acquisition Regulation requirements for systems engineering and risk mitigation. Capristan’s contracting portfolio exhibits no set-aside preferences, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic emphasis on accessing the broadest possible pool of technically qualified vendors capable of meeting the demanding performance, security, and schedule requirements of space and missile systems. While small business participation is not formally prioritized through socioeconomic programs, all awards comply with statutory obligations and are evaluated solely on technical merit and mission alignment. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336414 (Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing), followed by 334220 (Radio and Wireless Communications Equipment) and engineering and R&D services (541330 and 541715). He specializes in acquiring hardened satellite transceivers, anti-jam PNT payloads, space-qualified avionics, and mission-specific software systems essential for assured space access and tactical dominance.