William Barrett
Connecting Industry to National Defense
- Role
- Commander, 772d Enterprise Sourcing Squadron at United States Air Force
- Location
- Arlington, VA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About William Barrett
I am an experienced leader with a proven track record in government contracting and process improvement. Currently, I serve as the Commander of the 772d Enterprise Sourcing Squadron, where I oversee strategic sourcing support to enhance the Air Force Civil Engineer’s mission. My career spans over 16 years in the United States Air Force, during which I have held various critical roles, including Chief of Strategic Engagements for the Air Force Service Acquisition Executive and Deputy Expeditionary Operations Branch. I am passionate about fostering collaboration, driving strategic initiatives, and enhancing operational readiness through effective contracting and procurement strategies.
Experience
Commander, 772d Enterprise Sourcing Squadron
Jun 2024 — Present · San Antonio, TX, US
The 772 Enterprise Sourcing Squadron provides enterprise-wide strategic sourcing support to enhance and further the Air Force Civil Engineer’s mission to provide, operate, maintain, and protect sustainable installations as weapon-system platforms through engineering and emergency response services. The 772 ESS delivers world class construction and environmental projects, worldwide contingency mission support services, natural disaster support, expertise, services, and privatization of utility systems. The squadron supports operational, counterinsurgency, and humanitarian missions in the U.S. Central Command Area of Responsibility via Continental United States reach back contracting capability.
Education
USAF Air Command and Staff College
Master's degree, Military Operational Art and Science/Studies
2020 — 2021
Purdue University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Engineering/Industrial Management
2003 — 2008
Purdue University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
2003 — 2008
School of Advanced Air and Space Studies
Master's degree, Philosophy of Military Strategy
Boston University
Master of Science (MS), Leadership
2012 — 2013
Skills
- Leadership
- Spend Analysis
- Operational Planning
- Claims Management
- Program Management
- Air Force
- Customer Engagement
- Contract Negotiation
- Risk Management
- IT Procurement
- Problem Solving
- Project Planning
- Government Contract Administration
- Government Contracting
- Process Improvement
- Policy
- Government Proposals
- Business Development
- Apdp Program Management Level I
- Defense Contracting
- Mentoring
- Unlimited Contracting Officer Warrant
- Far
- Source Selection
- Active Top Secret Security Clearance
- Procurement
- Apdp Contracting Level Iii
- Command
- Government Procurement
- Financial Analysis
- Budget Monitoring
- Employee Training
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