Mike D Sharp

Mike D. Sharp serves as a Buyer responsible for managing the acquisition of specialized aerospace components and auxiliary equipment critical to national defense and aviation systems. In this role, he executes full lifecycle procurement activities in alignment with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines, ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical parts while maintaining compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. His acquisitions primarily support the development and sustainment of aircraft propulsion systems and ancillary aviation hardware, requiring deep technical understanding of manufacturing standards and supply chain integrity. Sharp’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with nearly 97% of his awards issued under non-set-aside procedures, indicating a focus on broad market access and technical capability over socioeconomic targeting. The remaining 2.9% of awards are structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a measured but intentional commitment to small business participation, particularly among firms with proven expertise in precision aerospace manufacturing. His procurement portfolio is overwhelmingly concentrated in NAICS 336413—Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing—reflecting specialized expertise in sourcing components such as flight control actuators, fuel system valves, and avionics mounting hardware. A smaller but significant portion of his work falls under NAICS 336412, Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing, where he engages vendors capable of meeting stringent military and FAA certification standards. His technical domain knowledge encompasses turbine engine subsystems, composite material integration, and qualified supplier qualification processes. While no specific contractor relationships are identified, Sharp’s pattern suggests consistent engagement with Tier 1 and Tier 2 aerospace suppliers possessing AS9100 certification and experience in low-volume, high-precision manufacturing. His approach emphasizes performance-based contracting, technical evaluation rigor, and supply chain resilience over socioeconomic preferences, positioning him as a pragmatic procurement professional focused on mission readiness and technical excellence.