Andrew Kish

Andrew Kish serves as the primary contracting lead for the ASC Supplier Operations OEM Division under the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation, where he manages the acquisition of high-reliability aviation components critical to U.S. military aircraft readiness. His role centers on securing precision-engineered parts for propulsion systems, flight control mechanisms, and mission-critical avionics, ensuring compliance with stringent military specifications and supply chain resilience standards. He oversees the full lifecycle of sole-source and competitive procurements, often involving technical evaluations and engineering validation to support legacy and next-generation platforms. Kish maintains strategic relationships with a network of specialized manufacturers and machine shops capable of producing certified aerospace-grade components under AS9100 and ITAR controls. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, his contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with firms possessing NADCAP accreditation and deep expertise in precision machining, metallurgy, and aerospace assembly. He prioritizes vendors with proven track records in low-volume, high-integrity production, often leveraging long-term agreements to mitigate supply chain disruption risks. His procurement approach is overwhelmingly non-set-aside, with 96.7% of awards issued under open competition, reflecting the technical complexity and limited vendor base for mission-critical aviation parts. Only 3.3% of awards are structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, indicating a focus on capability over socioeconomic preference, though qualified small businesses with specialized aerospace certifications remain eligible participants. Kish’s primary NAICS focus includes 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) and 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing), with significant activity in 332710 (Machine Shops) and 332510 (Hardware Manufacturing). He procures turbine blades, actuator housings, fuel system components, and custom fasteners requiring tight tolerances and material traceability, demonstrating deep technical expertise in aerospace manufacturing standards and defense logistics sustainment.