Lisa Battle

Lisa J. Battle serves as a Contract Specialist within the W6QK Acc-rsa unit of the Department of the Army, where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex acquisitions to sustain and modernize the U.S. Army’s aerial and missile defense capabilities. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for mission-critical aerospace systems, including avionics, propulsion components, guided missile systems, and integrated support services for platforms such as the UH-60 Black Hawk and AH-64 Apache. Her work directly supports the agency’s strategic priorities in enhancing battlefield readiness through advanced sensor integration, ammunition production, and engineering solutions for next-generation defense technologies. While specific contractor names are not disclosed in available records, Battle maintains a robust network of industrial partners spanning defense aerospace manufacturers, electronic component suppliers, and specialized engineering service providers. She engages with both large prime contractors and tiered subcontractors to ensure technical compliance, supply chain resilience, and timely delivery of high-reliability systems. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based requirements, risk mitigation, and adherence to Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) standards for critical defense programs. Battle’s procurement portfolio reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of her acquisitions conducted without set-aside designations, indicating a focus on technical capability and mission urgency over socioeconomic categorizations. This approach prioritizes access to the broadest pool of qualified vendors capable of meeting stringent military specifications for aerospace and missile systems. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS categories including 336414 (Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing), 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing), and 541330 (Engineering Services), underscoring her expertise in advanced defense electronics, precision munitions, and technical support services. She routinely negotiates contracts for ruggedized avionics, guidance systems, and mission-specific logistics support, demonstrating deep familiarity with defense industry standards and military acquisition protocols.