Lindsey Shank

Lindsey Shank serves as the primary procurement lead for the Asc Commodities Division within the Department of Defense’s Defense Logistics Agency Aviation, responsible for acquiring mission-critical mechanical and electrical components that sustain the operational readiness of military aircraft systems. Her role centers on managing the full lifecycle of contracts for high-reliability fasteners, precision bearings, wiring devices, and specialized electronic components essential to aircraft maintenance and system integrity. She ensures timely delivery of parts that meet stringent military specifications, coordinating with engineering and logistics teams to align procurement with fleet readiness requirements and technical compliance standards. Shank maintains a broad network of suppliers specializing in defense-grade electronic and power components, working closely with manufacturers capable of meeting MIL-SPEC, AS9100, and other aerospace quality standards. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages with firms possessing certified manufacturing capabilities for high-integrity components, favoring vendors with proven track records in low-volume, high-precision production. Her contracting approach emphasizes reliability, traceability, and supply chain resilience over cost alone, fostering long-term partnerships with suppliers who can support just-in-time delivery and obsolescence management. Shank’s procurement patterns reflect a strict preference for open competition, with 100% of her acquisitions conducted without set-aside designations. This reflects the critical nature of the components she procures, where technical capability and certification outweigh socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is not formally prioritized, she remains open to qualified small manufacturers that meet stringent performance and quality benchmarks. Her primary focus lies in NAICS 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing), where she sources complex circuit assemblies, connectors, and sensor modules, and NAICS 335311 (Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing), where she acquires custom transformers and power conditioning units. Her expertise spans avionics subsystems, electromagnetic compatibility requirements, and ruggedized electrical systems used in high-vibration, high-temperature environments.