Evelyn A Ligon-Moton

Evelyn A. Ligon-Moton serves as a Contract Specialist within the W6QK Aid Contr Office under the Department of the Army, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions for advanced military aviation systems. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle management of contracts for aerospace components, avionics, propulsion systems, and mission-critical software services that directly support the operational readiness of U.S. Army aviation assets. She specializes in complex technical procurements requiring rigorous compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations, ensuring acquisitions align with the agency’s strategic goals of modernizing next-generation aircraft platforms through innovative engineering and simulation tools. Evelyn cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including prime contractors specializing in aerospace systems integration and software development firms delivering analytical and simulation platforms. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages with firms possessing deep domain expertise in electronic parts distribution and computer systems design, fostering partnerships that bridge commercial innovation with defense requirements. Her approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and risk mitigation in high-stakes technical environments. She maintains a balanced commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with an equal split between open competitions and Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a strong dedication to expanding opportunities for small businesses in the defense aerospace sector. Her procurement patterns reflect a deliberate effort to activate the small business industrial base without compromising technical rigor or mission urgency. Evelyn’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 423690 (Other Electronic Parts and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers) and 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), reflecting her specialization in sourcing high-reliability electronic components and custom-engineered software solutions for flight systems, diagnostics, and digital twin simulations. Her technical expertise spans avionics integration, embedded systems, and mission-critical software development, positioning her as a key enabler of Army aviation modernization initiatives.