John Latta

John Latta serves as a key procurement professional at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (N00164), where he supports the acquisition of advanced electronic, electro-optical, and ordnance systems critical to naval warfare readiness. His role centers on managing complex contracts for mission-critical technologies that enhance precision sensing, signal processing, electronic warfare, and radar detection capabilities for surface and expeditionary forces. He routinely handles sole-source and competitive procurements under the Department of the Navy’s research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) and production authorities, ensuring timely delivery of technically sophisticated solutions aligned with strategic modernization priorities. Latta maintains established relationships with leading defense contractors including Lockheed Martin Corporation, Programs Management Analytics & Technologies Inc., and Black Hills Ammunition Inc., reflecting a pattern of engagement with high-capability prime vendors experienced in classified and sensitive defense systems. He also collaborates with specialized firms such as Integrity Defense Services Inc. and McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC, indicating a balanced portfolio spanning high-tech electronics, logistics support, and facility infrastructure. His contracting approach emphasizes technical rigor, compliance with DoD acquisition regulations, and sustained partnerships with vendors capable of supporting long-term system sustainment. While no set-aside data is currently available, Latta’s procurement activity suggests alignment with Department of the Navy initiatives to integrate small business innovation through SBIR/STTR programs and socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB, though explicit preferences are not publicly documented. His contracting patterns indicate a pragmatic balance between leveraging prime contractor capacity and fostering niche supplier capabilities. His technical focus lies in NAICS categories related to electronic warfare systems, radar and sensor development, ordnance manufacturing, and defense-related engineering services. He routinely procures advanced signal processing hardware, EW countermeasures, ruggedized communications modules, and precision munitions components, demonstrating deep domain expertise in naval electronic systems integration and survivability technologies.