Darin B. Huler

Darin B. Huler serves as a Contract Negotiator within the FA8823 Sustainment MCPNT SSC/PKL under the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in securing critical aerospace and space-based capabilities essential to national defense. He specializes in negotiating complex, performance-based contracts for the sustainment and modernization of guided missile systems, satellite communications infrastructure, and global positioning technology. His work directly supports operational readiness by ensuring timely acquisition of mission-critical systems, with a focus on technical rigor, lifecycle support, and compliance with defense acquisition regulations. Huler typically handles sole-source and competitive acquisitions requiring deep technical evaluation and risk mitigation in high-stakes defense environments. Huler collaborates with a diverse array of defense contractors specializing in space systems integration, RF communications hardware, and mission-critical software platforms. While specific vendor relationships are not publicly enumerated, his procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with prime contractors possessing DoD 5000.02 certification, systems engineering expertise, and proven track records in sustaining space-based assets. His negotiation approach emphasizes performance metrics, deliverable-based milestones, and contractor accountability under cost-reimbursement and fixed-price incentive frameworks. Huler’s contracting activity reflects a strong preference for unrestricted competition, with 100% of acquisitions conducted under non-set-aside authorities. There is no indication of targeted use of 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, suggesting a procurement strategy prioritizing technical capability and mission urgency over socioeconomic set-asides. This aligns with the agency’s focus on maintaining operational tempo and ensuring access to the most qualified industrial base for sensitive aerospace systems. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 927110 (Space Research and Technology) and 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing), indicating deep engagement with satellite payload development, secure RF transceivers, command and control interfaces, and ground station infrastructure. Huler’s expertise spans the integration of space-based sensors, encrypted communications networks, and navigation system sustainment, requiring a nuanced understanding of space domain operations and defense electronics standards.