DiAnn Calderon Carty

DiAnn Calderon Carty serves as an Acquisition Specialist responsible for managing complex procurement initiatives within the aerospace and defense sector. She plays a critical role in executing full lifecycle acquisition processes—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal regulations and mission-aligned outcomes. Her portfolio primarily centers on high-precision aerospace components and systems, requiring deep technical understanding and rigorous risk mitigation strategies. She works closely with engineering and program management teams to align contracting strategies with operational requirements, ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical aviation assets. While specific contractor names are not available, her procurement patterns reflect consistent engagement with manufacturers specializing in aircraft propulsion, avionics, and auxiliary equipment. She fosters collaborative relationships with both large prime contractors and specialized small businesses, emphasizing performance-based contracting and supply chain resilience. Her approach prioritizes competitive bidding while maintaining strict adherence to technical specifications and quality assurance standards. DiAnn demonstrates a strong preference for open, non-set-aside acquisitions, with 83.3% of her contracts awarded without socioeconomic restrictions. However, she actively supports small business participation, with 14.3% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and 2.4% reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. This balanced approach ensures broad market competition while fulfilling statutory obligations to promote socioeconomic diversity in federal contracting. Her technical focus is concentrated in NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) and 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in propulsion systems, flight control components, and related subsystems. She routinely procures highly engineered, certified aerospace hardware requiring stringent certification and traceability, demonstrating specialized knowledge in defense aviation supply chains and regulatory compliance frameworks such as AS9100 and ITAR.