Susan G Cockrell

Susan G. Cockrell serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing complex procurement actions within the aerospace and defense technology sectors. She plays a critical role in executing full-cycle contract actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-aligned outcomes. Her portfolio primarily supports the acquisition of advanced aircraft propulsion systems, auxiliary aviation components, and related engineering services, aligning closely with national defense and aviation modernization priorities. Cockrell’s expertise lies in navigating technical specifications and performance-based requirements for high-reliability systems used in military and commercial aerospace applications. Her contractor relationships center on prime manufacturers and specialized suppliers within the aircraft engine and aviation systems supply chain. She routinely engages with Tier 1 aerospace OEMs and niche engineering firms capable of delivering precision-manufactured components and technical support services. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, her work fosters long-term partnerships with vendors possessing AS9100 certification and proven track records in low-volume, high-integrity production environments. Her approach emphasizes technical capability, quality assurance, and supply chain resilience over volume-based procurement. Cockrell’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open, unrestricted competition, with 100% of her awards issued under non-set-aside authorities. This indicates a focus on technical superiority and industrial base capacity rather than socioeconomic set-asides, though she remains fully compliant with all small business programs and may consider qualified small businesses when they meet stringent performance criteria. Her primary procurement focus is on NAICS 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing), with significant activity in 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) and 541330 (Engineering Services). She specializes in procuring turbine components, flight control systems, avionics integration, and industrial control hardware, demonstrating deep familiarity with MIL-SPEC, FAA, and RTCA standards governing aviation safety and performance.