Desiree Craig

Desiree Craig supports the procurement mission of FA4801 49 Cons Pk within the Department of the Air Force, managing critical acquisitions that sustain aerospace readiness and installation infrastructure. She oversees contracts for advanced avionics, electronic warfare systems, instrumentation, and maintenance equipment essential to Air Force operational capabilities. Her work ensures the timely delivery of mission-critical technologies that enhance surveillance, communications, and aircraft system reliability, aligning with the agency’s modernization priorities and lifecycle support objectives. Craig maintains consistent contracting relationships with a diverse set of vendors, including UNICO GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS, LLC for technical services, SYSMEX AMERICA, INC for specialized instrumentation, FSR CONSULTING LLC for engineering support, CERTIFIED STAINLESS SERVICE INC. for precision metal components, and CLASSIC PRODUCTS CORP for mission-critical hardware. These partnerships reflect a balanced approach between established industry providers and niche suppliers capable of delivering high-reliability components and systems under stringent military specifications. A strong advocate for small business participation, Craig consistently prioritizes Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over half of her acquisitions reserved for small businesses. Her contracting patterns demonstrate a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic programs, fostering opportunities for small firms with expertise in aerospace-grade manufacturing and technical services. This focus enhances supply chain resilience and promotes innovation through diversified vendor engagement. Her procurement portfolio is heavily concentrated in NAICS 333517 (Machine Tool Manufacturing) and 335999 (Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment), with significant activity in 334511 (Aeronautical System and Instrument Manufacturing) and 541330 (Engineering Services). She specializes in acquiring precision-machined components, electronic subsystems, and engineering support for avionics and surveillance platforms, reflecting deep technical familiarity with DoD aerospace systems and defense-grade manufacturing standards.