Brian Cherry

Brian Cherry serves as a key procurement lead within the FA8681 AFLCMC EBD, supporting the Department of the Air Force’s mission to develop, produce, and sustain advanced munitions, guided missile systems, and precision strike technologies. He manages complex acquisition programs centered on next-generation warhead integration, guidance and control systems, and long-range strike capabilities, ensuring alignment with national defense priorities. His portfolio includes high-priority contracts for missile component manufacturing and mission-critical engineering services, requiring deep technical oversight and rigorous compliance with DoD acquisition regulations. Cherry plays a pivotal role in translating operational requirements into executable contract vehicles that deliver warfighting readiness across air and space domains. Cherry collaborates with a network of prime contractors specializing in guided missile systems and defense engineering, including firms with proven expertise in propulsion, warhead design, and guidance electronics. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and systems integration, often partnering with vendors possessing ITAR compliance, AS9100 certification, and prior experience on classified defense programs. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he consistently engages with industry leaders capable of rapid prototyping, low-rate initial production, and sustainment support for legacy and next-generation ordnance systems. Cherry’s contracting activity reflects a strict focus on open competition, with 100% of procurements classified as “No Set-Aside.” He does not prioritize socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, instead emphasizing technical capability, production scalability, and mission-critical delivery timelines. His approach prioritizes mission outcomes over socioeconomic preferences, aligning with the high-stakes, time-sensitive nature of air and space ordnance programs. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336414 (Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing) and 541330 (Engineering Services), driving acquisitions for missile airframes, fuzing systems, seeker technologies, and systems engineering support. He routinely sources advanced materials, explosive ordnance disposal components, and embedded software for autonomous guidance systems, demonstrating deep familiarity with defense-specific technical standards and DoD test and evaluation protocols.