Jeffrey Francis

Jeffrey Francis serves as a key procurement lead within the Kessel Run organization of the Department of the Air Force, supporting the rapid development and fielding of mission-critical software and digital systems for air and space operations. He manages acquisitions aligned with DevSecOps principles, cloud-native architectures, and secure, scalable digital platforms—particularly those supporting the Aerospace Readiness Enterprise System (ARES) and other modernization initiatives. His work is central to the agency’s mission of accelerating software delivery through agile, iterative contracting methods that prioritize speed, security, and operational readiness. He typically handles complex professional services contracts requiring deep technical expertise in software engineering, systems integration, and cybersecurity. His primary contractor relationships are anchored with THE BOEING COMPANY, reflecting a strategic partnership focused on large-scale, enterprise-grade software modernization and systems engineering support. While Boeing is the dominant vendor in his portfolio, his contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, modular contract structures, and iterative delivery models that enable continuous integration and deployment. These relationships are characterized by long-term collaboration, technical alignment, and a shared commitment to operational tempo and mission success. Jeffrey’s procurement activity shows no use of socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a deliberate focus on accessing the broadest possible talent pool of technical experts capable of meeting the high-performance, time-sensitive demands of Kessel Run’s mission. While small business participation is not formally prioritized in his portfolio, the structure of his acquisitions allows for subcontracting opportunities through prime contractors. His acquisitions are exclusively categorized under NAICS 541990—All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services—encompassing software development, systems architecture, DevSecOps implementation, cloud migration, and digital platform sustainment. His technical domain expertise lies in secure, scalable software delivery for aerospace command and control, with a strong emphasis on commercial best practices adapted to classified and mission-critical environments.