Joshua M. Irwin

Joshua M. Irwin serves as a Contracts Specialist with the 355th Contracting Squadron (FA4877) under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in securing mission-critical goods and services to sustain airpower readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for aerospace components, avionics, maintenance services, and facility infrastructure essential to aircraft operations and base functionality. His portfolio includes complex acquisitions requiring technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, and industrial systems, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning with operational priorities across multiple Air Force installations. Irwin maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including MILLER ELECTRIC COMPANY INC., ATLANTIC PACIFIC STANDARD LLC, DAP CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT LLC, BSE PERFORMANCE, LLC, and LAVISH LIFE TECHNOLOGIES LLC. These partnerships span specialized manufacturing, industrial repair, construction management, and technology integration services, reflecting a balanced approach between established industry players and agile small business vendors. His contracting patterns emphasize performance-based outcomes, technical specificity, and timely delivery to support high-tempo aerospace operations. A strong advocate for small business participation, Irwin prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with approximately 67.7% of his awards designated for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to foster competition, enhance innovation, and fulfill statutory socioeconomic objectives. His procurement approach actively engages small businesses across multiple categories, promoting equitable access to defense contracting opportunities while maintaining rigorous performance standards. His technical focus centers on NAICS categories including 332999 for miscellaneous fabricated metal products, 811310 for commercial and industrial machinery repair, and 333912 for air and gas compressor manufacturing. These reflect deep expertise in procuring mission-enabling hardware, maintenance support, and mechanical systems critical to aircraft sustainment and base infrastructure. Irwin’s work ensures that technical requirements are clearly defined, sourced from qualified vendors, and delivered in alignment with Air Force operational timelines.