Kimberly Murray

Kimberly Murray supports the FA9302 AFTC PZZ mission by managing critical procurement initiatives focused on advanced airborne systems, mission-critical avionics, and next-generation communication technologies for the Department of the Air Force. She oversees the acquisition of specialized aircraft components, aeronautical navigation and guidance systems, and radio/wireless communication equipment essential for flight testing and air dominance capabilities. Her work ensures timely delivery of high-performance technical solutions that enhance test infrastructure and operational readiness across developmental and operational aerospace programs. Murray maintains consistent contracting relationships with key industry partners including CARAHSOFT TECHNOLOGY CORP, STIRLING DYNAMICS LIMITED, and AANTILIA LLC, each recognized for their expertise in embedded systems, ruggedized avionics, and advanced electronic component integration. Her procurement approach emphasizes technical precision and mission alignment, fostering long-term vendor partnerships with firms capable of delivering custom-engineered solutions under stringent military specifications. She prioritizes collaboration with suppliers who demonstrate proven capability in rapid prototyping, system integration, and compliance with DoD technical standards. Her contracting patterns reflect a strong emphasis on open competition, with 72.7% of awards issued without set-asides, while maintaining a meaningful 27.3% commitment to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This balance ensures access to innovative capabilities from agile small firms while preserving flexibility to meet urgent operational requirements. She actively engages small businesses with relevant technical expertise, particularly those certified under general small business programs, to broaden the industrial base supporting Air Force test and evaluation missions. Murray’s primary procurement focus lies within NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), followed by 334290 (Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing) and 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing). She routinely acquires flight-test instrumentation, digital radio frequency modules, data link systems, and precision guidance subassemblies, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with aerospace electronics and mission systems integration. Her expertise centers on procuring high-reliability components for use in extreme environments, ensuring mission success across experimental and operational flight regimes.