Linda J King

Linda J. King serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisitions within the defense and aerospace sector, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and mission-critical delivery of specialized equipment. Her role centers on executing full lifecycle contract actions—from solicitation and evaluation to award and administration—supporting national defense readiness through the procurement of advanced aerospace systems and components. She handles competitive and non-competitive procurements under FAR and DFARS guidelines, with a strong emphasis on technical rigor, risk mitigation, and timely delivery of high-integrity hardware for military platforms. While specific contractor names are not available, her procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with Tier 1 and Tier 2 aerospace manufacturers specializing in propulsion systems, guided missile components, and aircraft subsystems. She maintains professional, compliance-driven relationships with vendors possessing robust quality assurance systems, AS9100 certification, and defense production experience. Her contracting approach prioritizes technical capability, supply chain resilience, and performance-based outcomes over price alone, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of meeting stringent military specifications. Linda demonstrates no reliance on socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of her acquisitions conducted as full and open competitions. This reflects a strategic focus on technical merit and industrial capacity rather than socioeconomic preferences, aligning with mission requirements that demand specialized engineering expertise not typically found in small business pools. Her approach underscores a commitment to capability-driven procurement, ensuring that critical defense systems are sourced from the most qualified industrial base regardless of business size or certification status. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing), where she oversees the acquisition of turbine engines, fuel systems, and propulsion controls. Secondary areas include ammunition manufacturing (332993) and auxiliary aircraft systems (336411, 336413, 336419). Her domain expertise spans propulsion technology, ordnance integration, and aerospace component reliability, making her a key liaison between defense program offices and high-precision manufacturing vendors.