Meet Caitlin Machnicki – PMA-201 FMS Team Lead, cancer survivor, and Precise Systems’ employee spotlight for June 2025.  

At the start of this month, we recognized National Cancer Survivors Day on Sunday, June 1^st and the inspiring stories of individuals who have battled the hurdles and challenges of cancer, including our very own – Caitlin Machnicki.

Caitlin is part of our PMA-201 Foreign Military Sales (FMS) team as a Team Lead and Program Analyst, where she supports over 115 people, 40 countries, and 254 cases. Her role as a Program Analyst includes the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of various organizational programs and projects. As a Team Lead, she gets the opportunity to guide and support a team of six members, helping them reach their goals each day.

As a key player on an FMS team, she has received firsthand experience collaborating with different countries and cultures, and how those interactions inform the work she does. When asked what she has learned from it all, Caitlin says, “The importance of respect and humility – approaching each partnership with respect and humility has been fundamental within my time at PMA-201 FMS. Acknowledging that different cultures have unique strengths and perspectives fosters an environment of mutual respect and collaboration, leading to lasting relationships and successful outcomes.”

Caitlin has certainly made an indelible mark on our organization through the top-notch support she provides to our customers and nation, but her story is truly what makes her an inspiration to us all.

Nearly 10 years ago, she battled the diagnosis and treatment of lymphoma. In 2018, she received her final round of chemotherapy, and since then, has courageously shared her cancer journey. In her own way, Caitlin is inspired by the stories and journeys of other cancer survivors. This is what has empowered her to share her story so fearlessly. Now, it has become therapeutic for her, helping her process her own experiences and find meaning in the overall journey.

After everything she has been through, Caitlin is passionate about helping others who are currently going through cancer treatment. She wants them to know the unique strength it brings out in them, despite the harsh reality of what they are facing. Her mindset was her biggest weapon, reminding herself and others – “You can either be a victim of cancer, or you can be a survivor of cancer. The choice is yours.”

She also advises prioritizing physical and emotional healing, explaining that this can serve as a powerful source in maintaining hope and restoring energy.

Caitlin’s unique strength and power allows her to support her son, her loved ones, and her work in the most awe-inspiring ways. She is excited about the opportunities coming her way, which will hopefully include bucket list trips to The Maldives, Alaska, and Thailand!

To all cancer survivors, patients, caretakers, and angels – thank you for your bravery and fortitude that inspires us all every day. We are thankful for the chance to support you and Caitlin and are with you every step of the way!