Spotlight on Col. Bob Brinkmann

Military Deputy

Army Contracting Command-Warren, Michigan

Describe your position

I am the military deputy to the executive director of the Army Contracting Command-Warren and serve as the senior military advisor for operational contract support. ACC-Warren provides contracting and acquisition support for combat and tactical vehicle systems, deployment and Soldier support equipment and armaments.

What's your background.

I am from San Antonio, Texas, and graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio. I served as an infantry officer upon commissioning and later transferred to the Quartermaster Corps. My military education includes the Infantry Officer Basic Course, the Quartermaster Officer Advanced Course, the Combined Arms and Services Staff School, and the Army Command and General Staff College. I entered the Acquisition Corps in 2000 as a contingency contracting officer at Fort Hood, Texas.

Tell us more.

I call San Antonio home. My wife Sandy and I have been married for 23 years. We have two sons; the oldest son, Rob, is a recent graduate of Texas Tech University and the other, Matthew, is a senior at UTSA majoring in finance. I enjoy spending my spare time with family and friends. I also consider myself an avid cyclist. I enjoy watching most sports, especially the Dallas Cowboys and the San Antonio Spurs.

How does your job support the Soldier?

I've served in contracting positions my entire acquisition career. The Army has relied on contracting officers for every conflict since the Revolutionary War and I enjoy the opportunity and challenge of buying supplies and services that directly support and enable our Soldiers in contingency and combat operations.