Mike Shirley

Mike Shirley is a procurement professional specializing in aerospace and defense acquisitions, with a focused mandate on aircraft engine and engine parts manufacturing. His role centers on executing complex, technically demanding contracts under the NAICS code 336412, ensuring the acquisition of mission-critical propulsion systems and associated components for national defense and aviation infrastructure. He plays a pivotal role in aligning procurement strategy with operational readiness requirements, managing the full lifecycle of solicitations from market research through contract award and administration. While specific contractor names are not available, his contracting patterns indicate consistent engagement with a narrow pool of specialized manufacturers capable of meeting stringent aerospace engineering standards. His working relationships are characterized by deep technical collaboration, often involving qualified suppliers with AS9100 certification and experience in precision machining, turbine component fabrication, and engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. He prioritizes vendors demonstrating robust quality control systems and supply chain resilience. Shirley exhibits a strong preference for small business set-asides, with approximately two-thirds of his acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small, innovative manufacturers within the aerospace supply base. His socioeconomic contracting patterns emphasize inclusive competition, fostering participation from firms that may lack large-scale production capacity but offer niche technical expertise. His industry focus is singularly concentrated on NAICS 336412, encompassing the procurement of commercial and military aircraft engines, engine modules, turbine blades, fuel systems, and auxiliary power units. He possesses specialized expertise in navigating the technical specifications and regulatory frameworks governing propulsion systems, including FAA and DoD certification standards. His work ensures the sustained availability of high-performance, reliable engine systems critical to national security and civil aviation operations.