Benjamin Washburn

Benjamin M. Washburn serves as a Contract Specialist at the Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division (N00421), where he plays a critical role in executing complex acquisitions for advanced naval aviation systems. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts supporting the development, testing, and sustainment of mission-critical avionics, electronic warfare suites, and airborne sensor systems. His portfolio emphasizes technical procurement in support of next-generation aircraft platforms, ensuring alignment with the Department of Defense’s strategic priorities in air superiority and fleet readiness. Washburn specializes in performance-based, requirements-driven contracting for research, engineering, and systems integration services, often navigating highly specialized technical domains under strict compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations. Washburn maintains consistent working relationships with key industry partners including SABRE SYSTEMS, LLC, THE BOEING COMPANY, SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, SYSTEMS PLANNING AND ANALYSIS, INC., and ONTIC ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING, INC. These partnerships reflect a blend of prime contractor engagement with large defense primes and specialized technical service providers. His contracting approach prioritizes performance outcomes, technical innovation, and lifecycle sustainment, fostering long-term collaborations grounded in rigorous requirements definition and risk mitigation strategies. While the majority of his acquisitions—88.9%—are conducted without set-asides, Washburn demonstrates targeted support for small business participation, with 8.9% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides and 2.2% reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. His socioeconomic contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach, prioritizing competition while ensuring opportunities for qualified small businesses in high-demand technical sectors. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 488190 (Other Support Activities for Air Transportation) and 541330 (Engineering Services), with significant activity in 541712 (R&D in Physical and Engineering Sciences) and 334511 (Aeronautical System Manufacturing). He routinely procures integrated avionics, navigation and guidance systems, mission data processing solutions, and specialized technical support services critical to maintaining the operational edge of naval aviation platforms.