Jennifer Patrias

Jennifer Patrias serves as a key procurement professional at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (N00164), supporting the Department of the Navy’s mission to develop, test, and sustain advanced electronic, electro-optical, and ordnance systems. She manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions focused on defense-critical technologies, including signal processing, electronic warfare suites, radar detection platforms, and precision munitions systems. Her work directly enables expeditionary and surface force capabilities through timely contract execution aligned with DoD acquisition regulations and technological modernization priorities. Patrias maintains consistent working relationships with leading defense contractors including Lockheed Martin Corporation, Programs Management Analytics & Technologies Inc., and Black Hills Ammunition Inc., alongside specialized service providers such as Integrity Defense Services Inc. and McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting for complex technical systems, often requiring rigorous test and evaluation protocols. She collaborates with prime contractors who possess deep domain expertise in military electronics, ordnance manufacturing, and mission-critical infrastructure support. Her contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 80% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions. However, she actively supports small business participation through Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, consistently allocating 20% of opportunities to qualified small businesses. This balance ensures access to innovative capabilities while maintaining mission readiness through established industry partners. Patrias’ primary NAICS focus areas include 332439 (Other Metal Container Manufacturing) for specialized ordnance casings, 333310 (Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing) for test and calibration equipment, and 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) and 513210 (Software Publishers) for embedded systems and signal processing software. She also oversees maintenance contracts under 811210 for electronic and precision equipment repair. Her technical expertise spans electro-optics, electronic warfare, and weapons sustainment, positioning her at the nexus of defense innovation and operational readiness.