Nicholas Gilbert

Nicholas A. Gilbert supports the Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division in executing critical procurement initiatives aligned with the modernization and sustainment of advanced naval aviation systems. He manages complex acquisitions for mission-critical avionics, electronic warfare subsystems, and integrated aircraft systems, ensuring operational readiness across fleet platforms. His role centers on translating technical requirements into contract vehicles that deliver cutting-edge capabilities in communications, navigation, and sensor integration, often coordinating with engineering and acquisition teams to align procurement timelines with developmental milestones and fleet deployment cycles. Gilbert maintains consistent working relationships with leading defense contractors including SABRE SYSTEMS, LLC, THE BOEING COMPANY, SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, SYSTEMS PLANNING AND ANALYSIS, INC., and ONTIC ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING, INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for established industry leaders with proven expertise in aerospace systems integration, mission software development, and precision manufacturing of aircraft components. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical risk mitigation, and long-term sustainment support, fostering collaborative relationships built on technical rigor and contractual compliance. His procurement portfolio reflects a strong emphasis on open competition, with 100% of awards issued under no set-aside categories. This indicates a strategic focus on leveraging full and open competition to access the broadest range of technical capabilities, prioritizing mission need over socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is not formally structured through set-asides, his acquisitions may still include small business subcontracting through prime contractor obligations. Gilbert’s primary procurement focus aligns with NAICS codes 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing), and 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), reflecting deep engagement in avionics architecture, embedded software development, and high-reliability component fabrication. His technical domain expertise spans airborne sensor suites, electronic attack systems, and mission computer integration, supporting the Navy’s strategic imperative to maintain air superiority through rapid technological advancement.