Darryl L. Gilliam

Darryl L. Gilliam serves as a key procurement lead within the W6QK Acc-rsa, a critical component of the Department of the Army focused on sustaining and modernizing aerial and missile defense systems. He manages complex acquisitions for mission-critical aerospace technologies, including avionics, propulsion systems, and sensor platforms supporting the UH-60 and AH-64 Apache fleets. His work directly enables the Army’s strategic priorities in air defense modernization, ensuring operational readiness through the timely procurement of high-reliability, defense-grade components and integrated systems. Gilliam handles full lifecycle contracting actions—from market research and solicitation to award and performance oversight—primarily for engineering services and specialized manufacturing contracts. His primary contractor relationships are with industry leaders such as Lockheed Martin Corporation and Alaska Aerospace Corp, reflecting a preference for established defense prime contractors with proven expertise in aerospace systems integration and mission-critical support. Gilliam consistently engages these partners on technically demanding programs requiring stringent compliance with military specifications, including MIL-STD and ITAR requirements. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical risk mitigation, and supply chain resilience, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in quality and accountability. Gilliam’s procurement portfolio exhibits no set-aside preferences, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic focus on technical capability and mission urgency over socioeconomic categorizations, prioritizing the most qualified vendors regardless of size or certification. While small business participation is not formally incentivized in his portfolio, he ensures all solicitations are structured to allow equitable access and transparent evaluation. His core technical focus lies in NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) for systems integration and software support, alongside 334511 and 334419 for advanced aeronautical systems and electronic components. He frequently procures semiconductor-based sensors, guidance systems, and mission-critical avionics, demonstrating deep expertise in defense electronics manufacturing and aerospace systems engineering.