Kelley A. McClean

Kelley A. McClean serves as a Contract Specialist at the Naval Air Warfare Center (N68936), where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex acquisitions that support the development and integration of advanced naval aviation systems. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of contract management—from requirements definition and solicitation to award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing mission-critical technologies in avionics, sensors, command and control, and mission simulation. McClean specializes in research and development contracts, technical services, and engineering support, aligning procurement outcomes with the Navy’s strategic priorities in next-generation airborne warfare capabilities. She maintains consistent working relationships with leading defense and aerospace contractors including Lockheed Martin Corporation, Jacobs Technology Inc., and Science Applications International Corporation, partnering with these firms to deliver high-performance systems and technical expertise. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and outcome-driven deliverables, fostering long-term collaborations with vendors capable of meeting stringent technical and security standards for classified and unclassified programs. While the majority of her acquisitions are conducted under open competition (76.9%), McClean demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 23.1% of her awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. She actively engages with qualified small businesses to ensure diverse vendor participation without compromising technical rigor or mission readiness. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541712 (Research and Development in Physical and Engineering Sciences), reflecting her deep involvement in advanced electronics, software integration, and systems engineering. She also procures engineering services, management consulting, and specialized support services critical to sustaining naval aviation readiness, underscoring her expertise in technical domains central to modern naval air warfare.