Amber M Maestri

Amber M. Maestri serves as a Contract Administrator for the 355th Contracting Squadron (FA4877) under the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to sustain airpower readiness. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for specialized aerospace equipment, avionics, maintenance services, and facility infrastructure supporting aircraft systems and base operations. Her work ensures timely delivery of technical and logistical capabilities essential to operational continuity, with a focus on compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations. Maestri handles a diverse portfolio of procurement actions, including firm-fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contracts, often involving complex technical requirements for defense-critical systems. Maestri maintains strong working relationships with key contractors including MILLER ELECTRIC COMPANY INC., ATLANTIC PACIFIC STANDARD LLC, DAP CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT LLC, BSE PERFORMANCE, LLC, and LAVISH LIFE TECHNOLOGIES LLC. These partnerships span manufacturing, construction, technical services, and niche technology solutions, reflecting a balanced approach to vendor engagement across large and mid-tier suppliers. Her contracting patterns emphasize performance-based outcomes, rigorous source selection, and contract administration rigor to ensure deliverables meet stringent Air Force standards. While the majority of her acquisitions are conducted under open competition (61.9%), Maestri demonstrates a significant commitment to small business participation, with 38.1% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She consistently prioritizes socioeconomic programs to foster vendor diversity and enhance competition, aligning with Department of the Air Force goals to expand small business access to defense contracting opportunities. Her procurement focus centers on NAICS 611699 (All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction), indicating a strong emphasis on technical training and workforce development services. Additional activity includes procurement of cutting tools, communications equipment, and specialized manufacturing components, reflecting expertise in both educational infrastructure and advanced industrial supply chains supporting aerospace operations.