Dexter J. Hornsby

Dexter J. Hornsby serves as a Contracting Officer within the W6QK Acc-rsa under the Department of the Army, where he plays a pivotal role in advancing the Army’s aerial and missile defense modernization initiatives. He is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of mission-critical acquisitions, including engineering services for avionics, propulsion systems, and sensor integration supporting platforms such as the UH-60 Black Hawk and AH-64 Apache. His portfolio centers on technical procurement activities that ensure operational readiness and technological superiority across Army aviation and air defense programs. Hornsby’s work directly supports the agency’s mission to sustain and enhance high-priority aerospace capabilities through rigorous contract administration and risk-informed decision-making. Hornsby maintains consistent contracting relationships with leading defense aerospace contractors, most notably Lockheed Martin Corporation and Alaska Aerospace Corp. These partnerships are characterized by long-term, performance-based engagements focused on systems engineering, integration, and sustainment services. His procurement approach emphasizes technical excellence, compliance with defense acquisition regulations, and close collaboration with program managers to align contractual deliverables with operational requirements. These vendor relationships reflect a preference for established industry leaders with proven expertise in complex aerospace systems. Hornsby’s contracting activity reflects a 100% no set-aside profile, indicating a focus on full and open competition for mission-critical acquisitions. He does not prioritize socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, instead emphasizing technical capability, past performance, and system readiness as primary selection criteria. This approach aligns with the high-stakes, time-sensitive nature of the programs he supports, where specialized expertise and proven scalability are paramount. His primary procurement focus is on NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services), encompassing systems engineering, technical analysis, and integration support for advanced aerospace platforms. He procures specialized services related to flight control systems, radar integration, missile guidance algorithms, and avionics modernization, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with Army aviation and air defense domains. Hornsby’s expertise lies in translating complex operational needs into precise, enforceable contract requirements that ensure mission success.