May 1, 2025

My DCMA: Zijing Liu, engineer

YORK, Penn. — “I am grateful for the impressive and unforgettable first year I’ve had in the Keystone program,” said Zijing Liu. “I’ve explored and expanded my understanding of how DCMA operates at different organizational levels to support its teams.”

April 23, 2025

My DCMA: Christina Gilliaum, contract administrator

HAZELWOOD, Mo. — “I enjoy working at DCMA Boeing St. Louis because I am a part of a mission that is essential to the production, sustainment and success of the warfighter,” said Christina Gilliaum.

April 17, 2025

My DCMA: Shara Snauwaert, contract administrator

STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. — Shara Snauwaert has been a part of the DCMA team for almost six years.

April 15, 2025

DCMA Boeing St. Louis team participates in contract closeout panel

HAZELWOOD, Mo. — Three DCMA employees participated in a panel discussion: Damian Benigno, administrative contracting officer; Sara Metzger, procurement analyst; and Barbara Raymer, contract administrator.

April 10, 2025

F-15QA pre-delivery aerial refueling mission highlights teamwork

HAZELWOOD, Mo. — Three new F-15QA advanced fighter jets took flight from Boeing’s St. Louis facility for the pre-ferry sortie, executing three aerial refueling events with a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 126th Air Refueling Wing from Scott Air Force Base, Ill.

April 8, 2025

Leader, veteran reflects on life of service

FORT GREGG-ADAMS, Va. — “I find that service is bolstered when you have a personal connection with those who benefit from your service. This life isn’t for everyone, but for those who aspire to help others and be an agent for positivity, the rewards are innumerable,” said Cal Bailey, DCMA Central Region deputy director.

April 3, 2025

My DCMA: Brian Pohlen, QA team lead

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — Brian Pohlen is a quality assurance team lead with DCMA Great Plains in Bloomington, Minnesota. He has been with the agency for over 11 years.

Feb. 25, 2025

My DCMA: Steven Jones, QAS

ST. LOUIS — Steven Jones is a quality assurance specialist, who oversees production of the F-15 Eagle fighter platform out of DCMA St. Louis. He came out of retirement and began working for the agency over a year ago, bringing a wealth of experience and a personally patriotic cause with him.

Feb. 18, 2025

My DCMA: James Barber, QAS

FORT WORTH, Texas — “As a former warfighter, I understand the importance of our job, and I realize they are counting on us to get it right. That’s the bottom line,” said James Barber.

Jan. 24, 2025

My DCMA: Suraiya Ali, financial specialist

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — “Something unique about me is that I can stay calm under pressure and find solutions that work for everyone involved,” said Suraiya Ali. “I tend to consistently search for ways to simplify our processes, find the root of the problem, and provide accurate information to the best of my knowledge to resolve issues.”