Cynthia L Gill

Cynthia L. Gill serves as a Contract Specialist within the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), where she plays a critical role in executing the lifecycle acquisition of naval aviation systems. Responsible for managing complex procurement actions from solicitation through contract award and administration, she supports the command’s mission to deliver capable, sustainable air platforms for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Her portfolio primarily encompasses full-spectrum acquisitions of aircraft, propulsion systems, avionics, and mission-critical support equipment, ensuring alignment with operational readiness goals and defense acquisition regulations. She works closely with engineering, logistics, and program management teams to translate technical requirements into legally sound, performance-based contracts. Cynthia routinely engages with prime contractors including Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, and General Atomics, partnering with industry leaders to procure advanced rotary-wing and fixed-wing platforms, unmanned aerial systems, and integrated weapons solutions. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based service agreements and technical compliance, fostering long-term vendor relationships grounded in accountability and innovation. She collaborates with contractors to ensure adherence to military specifications and sustainment requirements, particularly for carrier-based and expeditionary aviation assets. Cynthia’s contracting activity reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of her awards issued without socioeconomic set-asides. While she does not routinely utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, her focus remains on mission-critical capability delivery, ensuring the highest standards of performance, reliability, and interoperability are met through qualified, large-scale industrial partners. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing), 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), and 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in airframe integration, propulsion systems, and avionics architecture. She also procures specialized engineering services under NAICS 541330 to support system development and test validation, demonstrating technical fluency across naval aviation domains.