Charles Coleman

Charles Coleman serves as a key procurement lead within the FA8823 Sustainment MCPNT SSC/PKL, a critical unit under the Department of the Air Force responsible for sustaining and modernizing aerospace and space-based defense systems. He manages complex acquisitions focused on research and development for guided missile systems, satellite communications, global positioning infrastructure, and advanced command and control platforms. His role ensures the operational readiness of national security-critical space and missile assets through strategic contracting that aligns with Air Force modernization priorities and long-term sustainment requirements. Coleman’s contracting activity is characterized by engagements with specialized defense technology firms and R&D contractors capable of delivering advanced engineering solutions for classified and unclassified aerospace systems. He collaborates with a network of prime contractors possessing deep expertise in systems integration, signal processing, and space domain awareness, often requiring high-assurance cybersecurity and compliance with DoD Instruction 8510.01 and NIST SP 800-53 standards. His procurement approach emphasizes technical capability over cost alone, prioritizing innovation and mission-critical performance in a high-stakes operational environment. There is no preference for socioeconomic set-asides; all acquisitions are conducted as full and open competition, reflecting the highly specialized nature of the technical requirements and the limited pool of qualified vendors capable of meeting stringent national security standards. This approach ensures access to the most capable technical resources without constraints that could compromise mission outcomes. His primary procurement focus is on NAICS 541712—Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences—encompassing advanced propulsion systems, space vehicle sustainment, RF and EO/IR sensor development, and secure satellite communication architectures. Coleman’s expertise lies in managing early-stage R&D contracts, prototyping initiatives, and technology insertion programs that bridge the gap between emerging capabilities and operational deployment in contested environments.