Sandra Wileman

Sandra Wileman serves as a key procurement professional within the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation’s Oklahoma City office, supporting the sustainment of critical U.S. military aircraft systems through the acquisition of specialized aviation components and support equipment. She plays a central role in ensuring operational readiness by managing the lifecycle procurement of airframe, propulsion, and avionics parts for both legacy and modern DoD platforms. Her responsibilities include executing full-cycle contracting actions—from market research and solicitation to award and administration—focused on maintaining supply chain resilience and mission-critical availability for aerospace systems. Wileman maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of established defense suppliers, including Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation, Aero International, LLC, Thomas Instrument, Incorporated, and Intertrade Limited. These partnerships reflect a preference for experienced, technically capable vendors with proven track records in manufacturing and delivering high-reliability aviation parts. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and long-term supplier reliability over transactional engagements, fostering stable, mission-aligned vendor relationships. Her procurement activity shows no use of socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic focus on technical capability and supply chain continuity rather than socioeconomic preferences, aligning with the DLA Aviation’s priority to ensure uninterrupted access to mission-critical parts regardless of vendor size or certification status. Wileman’s primary procurement focus is centered on NAICS 336390—Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing—which encompasses specialized aerospace components such as flight control actuators, sensor housings, and mechanical subsystems adapted for military aircraft. Her expertise lies in sourcing precision-engineered parts that meet stringent military specifications, demonstrating deep familiarity with aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) supply chains and the technical requirements of DoD aircraft sustainment programs.