Pete Burr
Tracys Landing
Summary
Strategic, results-driven federal executive with over 30 years of leadership experience in acquisition, program management, financial oversight, and IT modernization. Proven success scaling operations, driving innovation, and delivering mission-critical services across civilian and defense agencies. Exceptional track record managing multi-billion-dollar portfolios, building high-performing teams, and developing enterprise strategies. Known for building coalitions across government and industry, optimizing acquisition performance, and delivering measurable value.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Acting Assistant Commissioner, Office of Assisted Acquisition Services (AAS)
Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), GSA
01.2025 - Current
- Lead national AAS operations ($19B+ FY24 revenue), overseeing strategy, acquisition, finance, systems, and workforce engagement.
- Advise FAS Commissioner on strategic initiatives and operational priorities.
- Coordinate cross-agency collaboration to support Administration priorities.
- Build coalitions with industry and clients to deliver scalable, compliant acquisition services.
- Direct organizational growth, performance management, and workforce development across five nationwide units.
Deputy Assistant Commissioner, AAS
Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), GSA
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Oversaw a 1,100-employee organization serving military and civilian clients globally.
- Championed AAS growth through targeted recruitment and quality acquisition delivery.
- Drove modernization of enterprise systems and managed acquisition quality programs.
- Delivered $19B in FY24 revenue while ensuring operational excellence.
Deputy Director, FEDSIM/AAS Defense
Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), GSA
01.2014 - 01.2024
- Directed internal operations for FEDSIM, contributing over 35% of FAS’s total FY21 revenue.
- Spearheaded explosive growth (320%+ in obligations; 10,000%+ in operating results) from FY15 to FY21.
- Developed FEDSIM’s quality framework—raising compliance from 67% to 95%.
- Led workforce expansion and reorganization from 3 to 8 Sectors.
- Key liaison to industry, audit officials, and interagency clients; ensured audit readiness and sustained process integrity.
Director, Civilian Sector, FEDSIM
Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), GSA
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Managed $600M portfolio and 45 acquisition professionals delivering IT and professional services.
- Oversaw strategic planning, client engagement, performance reviews, and sector finances.
- Served as lead escalation point for acquisition/program management issues.
Director, Vendor Management (OCIO)
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Founded and led HHS’s first Vendor Management Office.
- Developed enterprise-wide acquisition and IT modernization strategies for 30 divisions.
- Senior advisor to CIO on acquisition integration, vendor relationships, and cost reduction initiatives.
Group Manager, Civilian Group III
FEDSIM, GSA
01.2000 - 01.2010
- Led 10 PMs overseeing $200M in obligations; ensured project health and ROI.
- Managed client portfolios, staffing, and compliance for complex federal IT programs.
Senior Project Manager/Team Lead, Civilian Group I
FEDSIM, GSA
01.2000 - 01.2010
- Led large-scale acquisition support to USAID; managed 53 Interagency Agreements.
- Served as COR and strategic advisor for complex performance-based contracting.
Staff Analyst II, POES & Orbital Launch Services Projects
NASA Support Contractor The Boeing Company
01.1988 - 01.2000
- Led export, import, and logistics activities for NOAA/NASA missions.
- Drove ISO-9001 compliance and risk assessment for space launch operations.
Business Coordinator
RMS Technologies
01.1987 - 01.1988
- Managed project property and technical documentation for launch programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prince Georges Community College
Largo, MDSkills
- Strategic Planning
- Federal Acquisition
- Organizational Leadership
- IT Modernization
- Program Management
- Financial Oversight
- Workforce Development
- Regulatory Compliance
- Interagency Collaboration
- Business Growth
Clearance
Top Secret / SCI
Timeline
Acting Assistant Commissioner, Office of Assisted Acquisition Services (AAS)
Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), GSA
01.2025 - Current
Deputy Assistant Commissioner, AAS
Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), GSA
01.2024 - 01.2025
Deputy Director, FEDSIM/AAS Defense
Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), GSA
01.2014 - 01.2024
Director, Civilian Sector, FEDSIM
Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), GSA
01.2010 - 01.2013
Director, Vendor Management (OCIO)
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
01.2010 - 01.2013
Group Manager, Civilian Group III
FEDSIM, GSA
01.2000 - 01.2010
Senior Project Manager/Team Lead, Civilian Group I
FEDSIM, GSA
01.2000 - 01.2010
Staff Analyst II, POES & Orbital Launch Services Projects
NASA Support Contractor The Boeing Company
01.1988 - 01.2000
Business Coordinator
RMS Technologies
01.1987 - 01.1988
High School Diploma -
Prince Georges Community College
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