Jared Feldman

Jared Feldman serves as a key procurement lead within the Air Force Research Laboratory’s FA8750 organization, overseeing the acquisition of advanced research and development services critical to next-generation aerospace and defense systems. He manages a portfolio of scientific and engineering contracts focused on foundational R&D in physical, engineering, and life sciences, with an emphasis on autonomous systems, resilient free-space optical communications, AI-enabled battle-space awareness, and quantum-enabled technologies. His role ensures that cutting-edge scientific innovations are rapidly transitioned from laboratory concepts to mission-critical capabilities, aligning acquisition strategy with the Air Force’s strategic priorities in next-generation warfare systems. Feldman maintains consistent partnerships with leading defense and technology contractors including Booz Allen Hamilton, Lockheed Martin, Eaton Corporation, Technergetics, and Caelight, Inc. These relationships are characterized by long-term, mission-aligned collaborations centered on high-complexity R&D, systems integration, and prototype development. His contracting approach favors established prime contractors with proven technical expertise in advanced physics and engineering domains, often leveraging multiple-award contracts and basic ordering agreements to streamline access to specialized scientific capabilities. Feldman’s procurement activity shows no use of socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a mission-driven prioritization of technical capability and readiness over socioeconomic preferences, aligning with the highly specialized nature of the R&D work being procured. While small business participation is not formally incentivized through set-asides, vendors of all sizes are evaluated strictly on technical merit and past performance. His primary procurement focus is exclusively on NAICS 541715—Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences. He procures advanced scientific services including sensor development, signal processing algorithms, quantum hardware prototyping, autonomous control systems, and high-energy laser integration, supporting the Air Force’s pursuit of technological dominance in contested environments.