John DeSimone

John DeSimone supports the Federal Aviation Administration’s AAQ600 692M15 Acquisition & Grants unit in procuring mission-critical engineering and technical services essential to modernizing the national airspace system. He manages the acquisition lifecycle for contracts focused on air traffic management systems, flight data analytics platforms, and aerospace infrastructure design solutions, ensuring alignment with FAA safety and operational resilience objectives. His work bridges technical requirements with federal procurement regulations to deliver high-integrity systems that enhance aviation safety and regulatory compliance. DeSimone cultivates partnerships with a diverse pool of vendors specializing in systems engineering, software development, and technical consulting. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he consistently engages firms with proven expertise in aviation-grade software, real-time data processing, and simulation modeling. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, rigorous technical evaluation, and vendor accountability under FAR Part 15, fostering collaborative relationships with both large-capability primes and specialized niche providers. His procurement strategy reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 80% of acquisitions conducted without set-aside restrictions, enabling broad market access. However, he actively supports small business participation through 20% total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both competition and socioeconomic goals. While no specific 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB preferences are evident, his consistent use of small business set-asides signals a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for qualified small firms in technical service sectors. DeSimone’s primary focus lies in NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services), where he procures systems engineering, avionics integration, and risk assessment tools critical to FAA’s modernization agenda. He also engages NAICS 541910 (Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling) for stakeholder feedback and operational readiness assessments. His technical domain expertise centers on aviation safety systems, human-machine interface design, and data-driven decision support platforms, ensuring acquisitions meet the FAA’s high standards for reliability and regulatory compliance.