Hannah McKenzie

Hannah McKenzie serves as an Aerospace Engineer responsible for technical oversight and acquisition strategy within the aerospace propulsion sector. In her role, she bridges engineering expertise with procurement execution, ensuring that complex aircraft engine systems meet rigorous performance, safety, and reliability standards. She evaluates technical proposals, conducts source selection assessments, and manages contract modifications to align with evolving mission requirements. Her work directly supports the development and sustainment of next-generation propulsion technologies, making her a critical liaison between engineering teams and industry partners throughout the acquisition lifecycle. While specific contractor names are not available, Hannah maintains consistent engagement with prime contractors and tier-one suppliers specializing in high-performance turbine systems, combustion components, and advanced materials for aerospace engines. Her procurement approach emphasizes technical merit, manufacturing capability, and long-term sustainment planning, fostering collaborative partnerships with firms possessing deep domain expertise in gas turbine design and precision machining. She prioritizes vendors with proven track records in FAA and DoD-compliant production environments and frequently engages in early supplier involvement to mitigate technical risk. Hannah’s procurement portfolio reflects a strict focus on open competition, with 100% of her acquisitions conducted under non-set-aside authorities. She does not routinely utilize socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, instead emphasizing technical capability and industrial base resilience as the primary selection criteria. This approach ensures access to the most qualified manufacturers capable of meeting stringent aerospace performance specifications. Her primary procurement focus is on NAICS 336412 — Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing — encompassing turbine engines, fuel control systems, exhaust nozzles, and related subsystems. She specializes in procuring high-temperature alloy components, additive-manufactured parts, and digitally certified engine modules, leveraging deep technical knowledge in thermodynamics, materials science, and propulsion system integration to guide acquisition decisions.