Joe Starzenski

Joe Starzenski is a seasoned procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions within the aerospace and defense technology sector. He oversees the solicitation, evaluation, and award of contracts for critical aviation systems, command and control instrumentation, and air transportation support services. His work directly supports national security and aviation infrastructure modernization initiatives, ensuring that technical requirements are met through compliant, competitive contracting processes. Starzenski specializes in high-precision engineering and IT-enabled solutions, often coordinating with technical evaluators and program managers to align acquisition strategy with operational needs. His contractor relationships span Tier 1 aerospace manufacturers, specialized systems integrators, and niche technology providers focused on avionics and airborne sensor development. He routinely engages with firms possessing deep expertise in aeronautical instrumentation, cybersecurity-enabled data infrastructure, and custom software development for mission-critical applications. While no single vendor dominates his portfolio, his procurement patterns reflect a preference for established industry players with proven technical capabilities, alongside a deliberate inclusion of small businesses that meet stringent performance and certification standards. Starzenski demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with approximately 90% of his awards issued under open competition and nearly 10% reserved for Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Though he does not frequently utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, his consistent use of small business set-asides reflects a strategic focus on fostering innovation and capacity within the broader small business community. His approach balances market competitiveness with statutory obligations to promote equitable access. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 336413 (other aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment) and 334511 (aeronautical system and instrument manufacturing), with significant activity in 488190 (air transportation support) and 518210/541511 (data infrastructure and custom programming). He specializes in acquiring advanced avionics, flight control systems, ground support computing platforms, and secure data processing solutions essential to modern air operations.