Staci Depel

Staci Depel serves as a key procurement professional within the FA8118 unit of the Department of the Air Force, responsible for managing acquisitions critical to sustaining the airworthiness of legacy and active-duty aerospace platforms. Her work centers on the remanufacture, overhaul, and limited new manufacture of high-integrity aircraft subsystems—including fuel pumps, actuators, servo-cylinders, gearboxes, and flight control components—for platforms such as the B-52, KC-135, E-3, T-38, and B-1. She executes complex contract actions under FAR Part 19 and other statutory frameworks to ensure mission-critical components meet stringent military specifications and lifecycle support requirements, directly enabling operational readiness across the Air Force’s aging fleet. Depel maintains consistent partnerships with specialized aerospace contractors including MOOG Military Aircraft LLC, AMD International Technologies LLC, Texas Aerospace Services Inc, Aerocorex LLC, and United Dynamics, Inc. These vendors are recognized for their technical expertise in precision machining, hydraulic system restoration, and avionics component overhaul. Her procurement approach emphasizes long-term supplier collaboration, technical validation, and quality assurance protocols aligned with MIL-STD and SAE aerospace standards, fostering reliable supply chain resilience for mission-essential parts. A strong advocate for small business participation, Depel prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with approximately 78% of her acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to leverage the agility and niche capabilities of small aerospace manufacturers while ensuring compliance with socioeconomic contracting goals. Her portfolio consistently supports service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, and woman-owned small businesses, reinforcing the Air Force’s commitment to inclusive industrial base development. Her procurement focus is exclusively aligned with NAICS 336413—Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing—reflecting deep expertise in procuring precision-engineered aerospace components. She specializes in acquiring remanufactured and certified replacement parts that meet military performance and durability standards, ensuring seamless integration into complex flight systems without compromising safety or operational integrity.