Britney C. Thompson

Britney C. Thompson serves as a Contract Specialist within the Department of the Air Force’s FA9401 377 Msg Pk, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions for advanced aerospace and defense systems. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle management of contracts for high-precision instrumentation, secure communications infrastructure, electronic warfare systems, and laboratory-grade analytical equipment. Thompson ensures alignment with Air Force modernization priorities by structuring solicitations that support operational readiness, technological innovation, and sustainment of next-generation sensor and navigation platforms. She routinely handles complex procurements under FAR and DFARS guidelines, emphasizing technical compliance, risk mitigation, and timely delivery of mission-enabling capabilities. Thompson maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized contractors, including J STAR ENTERPRISES INC, LARON, LLC, FIVEBYFIVE, LLC, VISION DISTRIBUTORS LLC, and Boh Environmental, L.L.C. These vendors are frequently selected for their expertise in niche defense sectors, particularly in communications hardware, signal processing, and environmental compliance for sensitive military installations. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established, technically proficient small businesses capable of delivering customized solutions under tight operational timelines, fostering long-term, performance-driven partnerships grounded in reliability and regulatory adherence. A strong advocate for small business participation, Thompson consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides, with approximately 58.3% of her acquisitions reserved for small businesses under FAR 19.5. Her socioeconomic contracting strategy emphasizes inclusive competition, enabling small businesses to compete for high-technical-value contracts without requiring full open competition. This pattern underscores a deliberate effort to cultivate a resilient, diverse supplier base aligned with Air Force resilience goals. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 334220 (radio and wireless communications equipment), 334511 (aeronautical and navigation systems), and 335921 (fiber optic cable manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in electronic warfare, secure data transmission, and sensor integration. She also regularly procures security systems services and digital content solutions, demonstrating a multidisciplinary command over the technical domains critical to modern air operations.