Sherry L. Jackson

Sherry L. Jackson serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisitions in defense aerospace and engineering services. In her role, she ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while delivering mission-critical capabilities to support national defense objectives. She typically handles competitive sealed bid and negotiated contracts under FAR Part 15, with a focus on technical specifications for aircraft components and supporting engineering services. Her work is integral to sustaining the agency’s operational readiness through timely and lawful contract execution. Jackson maintains a broad network of industry partners, primarily engaging with manufacturers of aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment, as well as engineering service providers specializing in aerospace systems integration. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently works with mid-to-large-tier defense contractors and niche suppliers capable of meeting stringent military performance standards. Her procurement approach emphasizes technical evaluation, risk mitigation, and performance-based contracting to ensure accountability and mission success. Her contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of her awards issued without set-aside designations. This indicates a strategic focus on maximizing competition among qualified vendors rather than reserving opportunities for specific socioeconomic categories. While she does not prioritize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, her process remains fully compliant with all small business participation requirements, allowing eligible firms to compete on equal footing within open solicitations. Jackson’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), which accounts for two-thirds of her activity, followed by NAICS 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) and NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services). She specializes in procuring propulsion subsystems, avionics components, and technical support services for military aircraft platforms, demonstrating deep familiarity with aerospace manufacturing standards and systems engineering practices. Her expertise ensures the acquisition of high-integrity components critical to airworthiness and operational durability.