Devin Hader

Devin Hader serves as a Contract Specialist at the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), where they play a pivotal role in managing the acquisition of mission-critical aviation systems and sustainment technologies. Responsible for the full lifecycle procurement of complex aerospace and avionics solutions, Hader supports NAWCAD’s core mission of advancing naval airpower through research, development, test, and evaluation. Their portfolio includes high-technology contracts for flight control systems, diagnostic instrumentation, embedded avionics, and maintenance infrastructure, requiring deep technical understanding and compliance with Department of Defense acquisition regulations. Hader maintains strong, ongoing relationships with leading defense contractors including Lockheed Martin Corporation, BAE Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc., and PCI Aviation LLC. These partnerships are characterized by sustained collaboration on technical integration projects involving classified and export-controlled systems. The contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical risk mitigation, and rigorous compliance with FAR and DFARS requirements, particularly in areas involving cybersecurity, data rights, and systems integration. While the majority of procurements (82.3%) are conducted as unrestricted competitions, Hader demonstrates a consistent commitment to small business participation, with nearly 18% of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate effort to foster innovation from niche suppliers and maintain a robust industrial base for naval aviation sustainment. Their procurement focus centers on NAICS codes related to aerospace and electronic system manufacturing, particularly 334511 for navigation and guidance systems, 511210 for software publishing supporting avionics, and 811310 for industrial equipment maintenance. This technical specialization underscores expertise in procuring advanced, mission-essential systems that directly enhance the readiness and operational capability of naval aircraft platforms.