Teresa R. Killeen

Teresa R. Killeen serves as a Contracting Specialist within the FA4887 56th Contracting Squadron of the Department of the Air Force, where she manages a diverse portfolio of acquisition actions critical to sustaining Air Force infrastructure and mission readiness. Her responsibilities include planning, soliciting, awarding, and administering contracts for industrial maintenance, aviation component manufacturing, and facility operations support. She plays a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability of airfield systems, hangar operations, and specialized equipment through timely and compliant procurement processes aligned with FAR and DFARS requirements. Killeen maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including Arkose Group LLC, Silver National Corp., Blazing Aviation LLC, and Mach 2 Productions Inc., each of which provides specialized services in aviation support, logistics, and technical manufacturing. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven capabilities in aerospace maintenance and industrial operations, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in performance reliability and regulatory compliance. A strong advocate for small business participation, Killeen consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with approximately two-thirds of her acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to enhance competition, foster economic resilience within the defense industrial base, and meet statutory goals for socioeconomic contracting, while maintaining operational readiness through qualified small business performers. Her procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 331315 (Aluminum Sheet, Plate, and Foil Manufacturing), 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), and 484210 (Used Household and Office Goods Moving), indicating deep expertise in aerospace component supply chains, metal fabrication for airframe support, and specialized logistics for installation sustainment. Killeen’s technical acumen spans both manufacturing and mobility services essential to maintaining the Air Force’s global operational footprint.