John Carter

John Carter, as a Lieutenant (LT) serving at the Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) under the U.S. Coast Guard, is a key contracting professional responsible for managing the acquisition of mission-critical aviation sustainment services and spare parts for the Coast Guard’s rotary- and fixed-wing aircraft fleet. His role centers on ensuring operational readiness through timely procurement of avionics, maintenance components, and life-extension upgrades for legacy platforms such as the MH-65E Dauphin and HC-144 Ocean Sentry. He oversees the full lifecycle of contract actions—from requirements definition to award and administration—focusing on technical solutions that enhance aircraft availability and mission capability while adhering to federal acquisition regulations. Carter maintains consistent working relationships with leading aerospace and defense contractors including ROCKWELL COLLINS, INC., AIRBUS US SPACE & DEFENSE INC, and AVIATRIX INC, partnering with firms that provide specialized avionics integration, maintenance support, and logistics modernization services. He also collaborates with integrated logistics providers like GOLDBELT INTEGRATED LOGISTICS SERVICES, LLC, emphasizing long-term sustainment partnerships over transactional procurement. His approach prioritizes technical expertise, supply chain resilience, and performance-based contracting to ensure mission-critical systems remain operational under demanding maritime conditions. Carter demonstrates an unwavering commitment to small business participation, directing 100% of his acquisitions toward Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to cultivate a robust ecosystem of small, innovative vendors capable of supporting complex aviation logistics needs. His contracting patterns consistently favor small businesses with relevant technical capabilities, reinforcing the Coast Guard’s socioeconomic goals while enhancing competition and innovation. His primary procurement focus lies within NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), reflecting the unique integration of aviation systems into maritime platforms. He specializes in acquiring maintenance kits, diagnostic equipment, structural repairs, and embedded logistics support services tailored to Coast Guard aircraft operating in austere environments, demonstrating deep expertise in aviation sustainment within a naval context.