Cynthia Mollo

Cynthia Mollo serves as a Contract Specialist at the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex procurement actions for advanced aviation systems. Her responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of contracts for research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) of mission-critical aircraft components, including avionics, flight control systems, and diagnostic instrumentation. She ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning acquisitions with NAWCAD’s mission to sustain and enhance naval airpower through cutting-edge technology. Her portfolio is heavily focused on engineering and technical services requiring high levels of systems integration and performance validation. Cynthia maintains established working relationships with leading defense and aerospace contractors, including Lockheed Martin Corporation, BAE Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc., and PCI Aviation LLC. These partnerships are characterized by long-term, technically demanding engagements involving custom engineering solutions, specialized instrumentation, and support infrastructure for naval aircraft. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical risk mitigation, and rigorous oversight of deliverables in high-stakes operational environments. Cynthia’s procurement activity reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of her awards issued under no set-aside classifications. This indicates a focus on technical capability and mission readiness over socioeconomic preferences, aligning with the specialized nature of NAWCAD’s requirements. While small business participation is not formally prioritized in her portfolio, she adheres to all applicable small business goals without compromising technical standards. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541712 and 541715 for RDT&E in physical and engineering sciences, 334515 for precision test and measurement instrumentation, and 336413 for auxiliary aircraft equipment. She routinely procures advanced electronic systems, flight test hardware, diagnostic tools, and engineering services supporting the development and sustainment of next-generation naval aviation platforms.