Kaitlin R. Johnson

Kaitlin Johnson supports the FA8250 office of the Department of the Air Force in executing mission-critical procurement actions to sustain high-reliability aerospace systems. She manages acquisitions for repair, maintenance, and technical support services essential to airborne platform readiness, with a focus on legacy avionics, precision electronic systems, and mission-critical repair programs such as JTE, UMTE, and MUTES. Her work ensures the continued operational capability of guided missile and aircraft subsystems through timely contract execution and technical oversight, aligning with the agency’s strategic imperative to extend service life and maintain combat readiness. Johnson maintains established relationships with specialized contractors including Tronconi Segarra & Associates LLP, Microwave Power Products, Inc., and Aerospace & Commercial Technologies, LLC—organizations recognized for expertise in electronic repair, avionics component manufacturing, and aerospace auxiliary equipment. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for vendors with deep technical proficiency in military-grade electronic maintenance and precision fabrication, often engaging firms with proven track records in classified and controlled environments. Her procurement strategy prioritizes open competition, with 66.7% of actions conducted without set-asides, while maintaining a consistent 33.3% commitment to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This balanced approach ensures access to niche capabilities while actively fostering participation from small businesses capable of delivering specialized aerospace maintenance and component manufacturing services. Johnson’s primary focus lies in NAICS 811210 for electronic and precision equipment repair, complemented by significant activity in 336413 and 336419 for aircraft and guided missile subsystems. She procures high-integrity components including circuit card assemblies, RF modules, and mission-critical avionics spares, demonstrating deep domain expertise in sustaining legacy and modernized Air Force platforms through technical, compliant, and mission-driven contracting.