Christine Tomlinson

Christine O. Tomlinson serves as a key procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions within the aerospace and defense technology sector. She oversees the solicitation, evaluation, and award of contracts for specialized aviation systems, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-critical operational requirements. Her work supports the development and sustainment of advanced aeronautical components, navigation instrumentation, and related support services critical to national defense and aviation infrastructure. Tomlinson’s portfolio is characterized by technically demanding procurements requiring rigorous engineering validation and supply chain reliability. Her contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open, unrestricted competitions, with approximately 93% of awards issued under non-set-aside conditions. While small business participation is present, it is limited to approximately 7% of awards, primarily through Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, indicating a focus on competitive fairness over socioeconomic targeting. She engages with a diverse range of vendors, including established Tier 1 aerospace manufacturers and niche suppliers capable of meeting stringent performance and certification standards, fostering long-term partnerships built on technical capability and regulatory compliance. Tomlinson’s procurement focus centers on NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) and 334511 (Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in avionics, flight control systems, and mission-critical aerospace components. She also manages acquisitions in aircraft engine parts manufacturing and boat building, demonstrating broad familiarity with defense-related maritime and aerial platforms. Her technical domain expertise lies in high-reliability systems requiring FAA or DoD certification, with an emphasis on supply chain integrity, performance testing, and lifecycle sustainment.