Diane Owen

Diane Owen serves as a Program Manager responsible for overseeing the acquisition and lifecycle management of critical aerospace propulsion systems and auxiliary aircraft components. In this role, she leads the planning, solicitation, and award of complex technical contracts aligned with national defense and aviation modernization objectives. Her procurement activities are centered on ensuring operational readiness through the timely delivery of high-integrity engine parts and supporting equipment, working closely with engineering, logistics, and compliance teams to align contracting strategies with mission-critical requirements. She manages full-spectrum acquisitions—from sole-source justifications to competitive sealed bids—ensuring adherence to federal acquisition regulations and technical performance standards. Diane Owen cultivates strategic relationships with a select group of Tier 1 and Tier 2 aerospace manufacturers specializing in turbine components, fuel systems, and flight-critical avionics integration. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, her procurement patterns reflect consistent engagement with firms possessing AS9100 certification and proven track records in precision machining and aerospace quality systems. Her working relationships are characterized by early supplier involvement, technical collaboration during requirements definition, and rigorous performance monitoring post-award. Her contracting approach is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of her acquisitions conducted under full and open competition. This reflects a deliberate focus on technical capability and mission necessity over socioeconomic preferences, prioritizing performance, reliability, and supply chain resilience. While small business participation is not formally incentivized in her portfolio, vendors of all sizes are evaluated strictly on technical merit, past performance, and compliance with stringent aerospace quality standards. Diane Owen’s procurement focus is overwhelmingly concentrated in NAICS 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing), with secondary activity in NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing). She specializes in procuring turbine blades, combustion chambers, fuel injectors, and engine control units—components requiring advanced materials, rigorous testing, and FAA or DoD certification. Her technical expertise lies in propulsion systems for military and commercial jet platforms, with deep familiarity with FAA Part 33 and MIL-SPEC standards governing engine reliability and safety.