Carol A Tisone

Carol A. Tisone serves as a Contract Specialist within the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), where she plays a critical role in executing the lifecycle acquisition of naval aviation systems. Responsible for managing complex procurement actions across the full spectrum of contracting phases—from market research and solicitation development to award and contract administration—she ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing NAVAIR’s mission to sustain and modernize carrier-based and expeditionary aircraft fleets. Her portfolio primarily encompasses engineering services and air transportation support activities, with a focus on technical solutions that enhance avionics, weapons integration, and logistics infrastructure for the Navy and Marine Corps. Tisone maintains longstanding relationships with prime contractors including Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, and General Atomics, partnering with industry leaders to deliver advanced aerospace systems and mission-critical sustainment services. She frequently collaborates with contractors specializing in unmanned aerial systems, maintenance support, and flight training infrastructure, fostering performance-based contracting approaches that emphasize outcomes, innovation, and readiness. A strong advocate for socioeconomic diversity in federal contracting, Tisone consistently prioritizes small business participation, with approximately half of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and an equal share designated specifically for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). This deliberate focus reflects a commitment to expanding opportunities for qualified small firms in the defense aerospace sector. Her procurement expertise centers on NAICS 488190 (Other Support Activities for Air Transportation) and 541330 (Engineering Services), reflecting deep engagement with technical domains such as aircraft maintenance, avionics integration, flight simulation, and mission support logistics. She routinely sources specialized services that enable operational readiness, system modernization, and rapid fielding of next-generation naval aviation capabilities.