Christopher Kearney

Christopher Kearney supports the operational sustainment and modernization of the U.S. Air Force’s E-3 Sentry and E-7A Wedgetail airborne warning and control systems as a key procurement lead within FA2371 US AWACS AFLCMC/HBS. He manages complex acquisition programs focused on mission-critical avionics, radar integration, command and control upgrades, and mission crew simulator modernization. His work ensures the continued readiness of airborne battle management platforms by overseeing the procurement of specialized systems and technical services aligned with Air Force strategic priorities in sensor fusion and digital modernization. Kearney collaborates with a diverse range of defense contractors specializing in aerospace systems, software development, and mission support services. While specific vendor names are not disclosed, his contracting patterns indicate consistent engagement with firms capable of delivering high-integrity avionics, real-time data processing software, and ruggedized hardware components compliant with MIL-STD and DoD cybersecurity standards. His working relationships emphasize technical capability, rapid prototyping, and lifecycle support, with a preference for vendors possessing deep domain expertise in airborne command and control architectures. Kearney’s procurement portfolio reflects a strong emphasis on open competition, with 100% of acquisitions classified as “No Set-Aside.” This indicates a focus on technical merit and mission necessity over socioeconomic preferences, prioritizing performance, interoperability, and delivery timelines. While small business participation is not formally mandated, his team may still engage qualified small firms through unrestricted solicitations where technical capability aligns with program needs. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 561621 (security systems services), 513210 (software publishing), and 336413 (aircraft parts manufacturing), reflecting expertise in cybersecurity-enabled mission systems, embedded software for radar and data fusion, and specialized avionics components. He also regularly procures services under NAICS 541715 for R&D in aeronautical systems and 334511 for search and navigation instrumentation, demonstrating deep technical fluency in airborne surveillance, battle management, and next-generation sensor integration.