Trisha Spears

Trisha Spears supports critical procurement initiatives within the FA9302 AFTC PZZ, a specialized unit under the Department of the Air Force focused on advancing airborne systems and mission-critical avionics. She plays a key role in managing acquisitions for next-generation radio and wireless communications equipment, aeronautical navigation and guidance systems, and specialized aircraft components essential for flight testing and air dominance capabilities. Her work directly enables the integration of cutting-edge technologies into test infrastructure, ensuring operational readiness and technological superiority for next-generation aerospace platforms. She routinely handles complex, high-technical-acquisition programs requiring rigorous compliance with defense acquisition regulations and systems engineering lifecycle management. Trisha maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including CARAHSOFT TECHNOLOGY CORP, STIRLING DYNAMICS LIMITED, and AANTILIA LLC, each of which brings specialized expertise in avionics integration, advanced materials, and mission-critical software development. Her procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical proficiency, rapid prototyping capabilities, and proven performance in high-stakes aerospace environments. She favors contractors with demonstrated experience in government flight test programs and secure communication system development, fostering collaborative relationships that align with the agency’s innovation-driven mission. Her contracting portfolio reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 80% of awards issued without set-aside designations, while maintaining a deliberate 20% commitment to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This balance supports both scale and innovation, enabling access to specialized small business capabilities without compromising program timelines or technical requirements. Her socioeconomic strategy prioritizes broad-based small business participation, particularly among firms with niche expertise in defense-grade electronics and aerospace manufacturing. Trisha’s primary NAICS focus areas include 332311 for prefabricated metal components used in test rigs and aircraft structures, 334111 for electronic computer manufacturing supporting avionics cores, 511210 for software development in mission systems, and 326150 for specialized foam and composite materials used in thermal and acoustic insulation. Her technical domain expertise spans airborne communication architectures, embedded systems, and flight-test instrumentation, reflecting a deep understanding of the engineering and logistical demands of modern air systems acquisition.