Capt Tarha Mazyck

Capt Tarha Mazyck serves as a key procurement leader within the FA8552 Aflcmc Wiu, a unit of the Department of the Air Force dedicated to sustaining and modernizing critical aviation systems. Responsible for managing complex acquisition programs, Capt Mazyck oversees the procurement of mission-critical aircraft manufacturing and advanced avionics systems essential to maintaining operational readiness of military flight platforms. Their work directly supports the agency’s strategic priorities in enhancing pilot situational awareness, integrating next-generation avionics, and ensuring long-term airframe sustainment through integrated engineering and maintenance solutions. Capt Mazyck typically handles full lifecycle contracts for high-technology aerospace systems, including design, development, and sustainment of flight-critical components. Capt Mazyck cultivates partnerships with a diverse base of defense contractors specializing in aircraft manufacturing and avionics integration. While specific vendor names are not disclosed, their contracting patterns reflect a consistent engagement with Tier 1 aerospace primes and niche systems integrators capable of delivering classified and ruggedized aviation technologies. Relationships are characterized by long-term collaboration, technical alignment with Air Force modernization roadmaps, and rigorous compliance with defense acquisition regulations. Capt Mazyck prioritizes vendors with proven expertise in military-grade electronics, embedded systems, and aircraft modification programs. A strong commitment to socioeconomic diversity defines Capt Mazyck’s contracting approach, with 75% of acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5 and 25% specifically targeted to women-owned small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to expand the defense industrial base and foster innovation through small business participation. While other set-aside categories are not explicitly prioritized, the consistent use of small business set-asides signals a structured effort to promote equitable access to high-value aerospace contracts. The primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing), accounting for over 60% of activity, with secondary emphasis on specialized construction and facility support services. Capt Mazyck’s technical domain expertise centers on military aircraft production, avionics modernization, and integrated mission systems—ensuring that acquisitions align with the Air Force’s evolving operational requirements for next-generation combat aircraft.