Katelyn Young

Katelyn Young serves as the primary procurement lead for the Land Supplier Operations Vehicle Support unit under the Department of Defense’s DLA Land and Maritime, where she is responsible for managing the acquisition of mission-critical mechanical, structural, and safety-sensitive components for military ground and maritime vehicle fleets. Her role ensures the sustained operational readiness of armored vehicles, tactical transport systems, and naval support platforms by securing high-reliability parts capable of withstanding extreme environmental and combat conditions. She oversees the full lifecycle of contract actions—from market research and requirement validation to award and performance monitoring—focusing on technical specifications that meet stringent military standards such as MIL-SPEC and AS9100. Katelyn collaborates with a diverse base of industrial suppliers specializing in precision machining, metallurgical fabrication, and ordnance-compatible assembly. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages with manufacturers possessing certified quality systems and defense supply chain credentials, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in technical compliance, just-in-time delivery, and ruggedized component performance. Her contracting approach emphasizes vendor reliability over volume, prioritizing suppliers with proven track records in military logistics and rapid response capabilities. Her procurement activity reflects a strict preference for open competition, with 100% of her acquisitions conducted without socioeconomic set-asides, indicating a focus on technical merit and operational urgency over socioeconomic criteria. This pattern underscores a mission-driven approach where readiness imperatives supersede traditional small business targeting, though she remains compliant with all federal contracting regulations. Katelyn’s primary industry focus lies in NAICS 332994 (Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing), where she procures weapon mounts, ammunition handling systems, and armor integration hardware, alongside NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), sourcing vehicle-mounted avionics, hydraulic actuators, and tactical interface components. Her expertise spans mechanical subsystems requiring high-tolerance manufacturing and rigorous ballistic and vibration testing, positioning her at the intersection of defense engineering and acquisition execution.