Andrew McKenna

Andrew H. McKenna serves as a key procurement lead within the Air Force Test Center’s PZZD division at Eglin Air Force Base, supporting the development and integration of advanced airborne systems, guided missile technologies, and mission-critical avionics. He manages acquisitions focused on rapid prototyping, live-fire testing, and electronic warfare system integration, ensuring operational readiness through timely delivery of cutting-edge capabilities. His portfolio centers on high-tempo, mission-essential contracts that bridge R&D innovation with field-deployable solutions, often involving complex technical requirements in sensing, navigation, and threat simulation domains. McKenna maintains a consistent working relationship with WAVELINK INC, a primary contractor delivering specialized electrical and avionics integration services. His procurement approach favors established technical partners with proven experience in defense-grade systems, emphasizing reliability, compliance with military standards, and rapid turnaround for test and evaluation cycles. While he engages primarily with large, experienced vendors, his contracting patterns reflect a results-driven preference for performance-based outcomes over socioeconomic set-asides. McKenna’s acquisition strategy reflects a 100% non-set-aside orientation, with no reliance on 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. His focus remains squarely on technical capability and mission urgency, prioritizing contractor expertise and system readiness over socioeconomic preferences. This approach aligns with the high-stakes, time-sensitive nature of Eglin’s test and evaluation mission, where operational timelines often preclude extended small business development cycles. His primary NAICS focus spans electrical contracting (238210) and physical/engineering R&D (541712), reflecting deep procurement expertise in wiring systems, avionics integration, and advanced sensor development. He regularly oversees contracts for electromagnetic compatibility testing, weapon system interfaces, and real-time data acquisition systems, demonstrating specialized knowledge in defense electronics, test instrumentation, and live-fire environment support.