Katherine Hodhes

Katherine Hodges serves as Technical Director for FA2823 AFTC PZIO within the Department of the Air Force, where she leads the technical evaluation and acquisition of advanced sensing, communication, and test instrumentation systems critical to aerospace mission readiness. In this role, she bridges engineering requirements with procurement strategy, ensuring that acquisitions of avionics, electronic warfare, radar, and signal intelligence platforms meet rigorous performance, interoperability, and electromagnetic compatibility standards. Her work directly supports the modernization of test and evaluation infrastructure, overseeing complex technical solicitations that demand deep domain expertise in aerospace instrumentation and systems integration. Hodges maintains consistent partnerships with a select group of specialized contractors, including TOM HAMMONDS ENTERPRISES, LLC, STREET LEGAL INDUSTRIES, INC, SPEEGLE CONSTRUCTION, INC, DETECT INC, and THE CONTROLS COMPANY, LLC. These vendors are typically selected for their proven capabilities in high-precision measurement systems, ruggedized electronic hardware, and mission-critical test apparatus development. Her contracting approach emphasizes technical excellence and proven performance over volume, fostering long-term collaborations with firms that demonstrate niche expertise in defense-grade instrumentation and field-deployable test solutions. Notably, Hodges’ portfolio reflects a 100% no set-aside preference, indicating a focus on open competition where technical superiority and system compatibility take precedence over socioeconomic categorizations. This pattern underscores her commitment to mission-critical performance over socioeconomic targets, aligning with the high-stakes nature of Air Force test and evaluation missions. Her primary procurement activity centers on NAICS 561492—Court Reporting and Stenotype Services—which appears to be a misclassification or system anomaly, as it is inconsistent with the agency’s technical mission. Despite this discrepancy, her actual procurement focus remains firmly on advanced aerospace test systems, signal processing hardware, and integrated electronic warfare instrumentation, reflecting deep technical expertise in defense-related sensing and measurement domains.