Gregory A. Dalke

Gregory A. Dalke serves as a Contract Specialist within the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), where he plays a critical role in executing the lifecycle acquisition of advanced naval aviation systems. Responsible for managing complex procurements under FAR and DFARS guidelines, Dalke supports the development, testing, and sustainment of carrier-based aircraft, avionics, weapons systems, and associated logistics infrastructure. His portfolio primarily encompasses high-technical acquisitions in aerospace and defense, ensuring alignment with NAVAIR’s mission to maintain air superiority through cutting-edge technology integration and operational readiness. Dalke maintains longstanding contracting relationships with industry leaders such as Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, and General Atomics, partnering with prime contractors experienced in delivering mission-critical aerospace systems. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting, risk mitigation, and systems engineering integration, often involving multi-year, technically complex contracts requiring rigorous oversight and compliance with defense acquisition regulations. These vendor partnerships reflect a focus on established defense contractors with proven capabilities in aerospace innovation and sustainment. His contracting patterns show a strong preference for open competition, with 96.4% of awards issued without set-asides, indicating a focus on technical merit and capability over socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is limited at 3.6%, it aligns with the highly specialized nature of naval aviation procurements, where only a narrow subset of firms possess the requisite certifications and technical expertise. Dalke’s procurement focus is overwhelmingly centered on NAICS 334511—manufacturing of aeronautical and navigation systems—reflecting deep expertise in radar, targeting, guidance, and flight control technologies. He also engages in engineering services under NAICS 541330, supporting systems integration, test and evaluation, and technical analysis for next-generation naval aviation platforms. His work ensures the Navy and Marine Corps maintain technological superiority across air, sea, and expeditionary domains.