Christopher J Harritt

Christopher J. Harritt serves as a Contract Specialist within the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), where he plays a critical role in managing the acquisition lifecycle for advanced naval aviation systems. He is responsible for planning, soliciting, awarding, and administering contracts that support the development, testing, and sustainment of carrier-based and expeditionary aircraft, avionics, and mission-critical weapon systems. His work directly enables NAVAIR’s mission to maintain air superiority through integrated, next-generation aerospace capabilities, with a focus on technical procurement involving complex engineering, systems integration, and logistics support. Harritt regularly engages with leading defense prime contractors including Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, and General Atomics, partnering with organizations that deliver high-performance aircraft platforms, unmanned aerial systems, and precision-guided munitions. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, risk mitigation, and technical compliance, fostering long-term relationships with vendors capable of meeting stringent military specifications and rapid prototyping demands. He works closely with industry to ensure alignment with naval operational requirements and lifecycle sustainment objectives. His procurement portfolio reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of his awards issued without socioeconomic set-asides, indicating a focus on technical capability and mission readiness over socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is not a primary driver in his current portfolio, he adheres strictly to federal acquisition regulations and ensures transparency and competition across all solicitations. Harritt’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334511, encompassing the acquisition of advanced aeronautical navigation, guidance, and sensor systems, complemented by significant activity in NAICS 336413 for auxiliary aircraft components. His technical expertise spans avionics integration, radar and electronic warfare systems, and mission-critical support equipment essential to naval air operations.