Tisha Auricchio

Tisha Auricchio serves as a key procurement professional within the U.S. Coast Guard’s Aviation Logistics Center, supporting the sustainment and modernization of the Coast Guard’s rotary- and fixed-wing aircraft fleet. She manages acquisition strategies for mission-critical aviation systems, including avionics, maintenance components, and life-extension upgrades for legacy platforms such as the MH-65E Dauphin and HC-144 Ocean Sentry. Her work ensures operational readiness by securing reliable supply chains for parts, repair services, and technical support, aligning procurement activities with the ALC’s strategic goals of fleet longevity and mission continuity. Auricchio maintains consistent relationships with leading aerospace and defense contractors, including ROCKWELL COLLINS, INC., AIRBUS US SPACE & DEFENSE INC, and AVIATRIX INC, partnering with firms experienced in aviation maintenance, systems integration, and logistics support. She also engages specialized vendors such as GOLDBELT INTEGRATED LOGISTICS SERVICES, LLC for comprehensive maintenance solutions and Quality Biological, Inc. for niche support services. Her contracting approach emphasizes technical proficiency and long-term sustainment capability, favoring vendors with proven expertise in military aviation environments and supply chain resilience. Her procurement portfolio reflects a balanced approach to socioeconomic contracting, with approximately one-third of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small businesses. While the majority of acquisitions are open to all competitors, she actively prioritizes small business participation where technical requirements and market capacity allow, reinforcing the Coast Guard’s broader socioeconomic objectives. Auricchio’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS categories 238220, 238990, and 336611, reflecting her involvement in specialized trade contracting for aircraft maintenance infrastructure, HVAC systems for aviation facilities, and shipyard-style repair support for airframe components. Her expertise spans the intersection of aviation logistics, facility sustainment, and industrial support services, making her a critical link in ensuring the Coast Guard’s airborne assets remain mission-ready through robust, technically sound contracting practices.