Kenneth P Pirko

Kenneth P. Pirko serves as a Contract Specialist at the Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division, where he plays a pivotal role in executing complex acquisitions for advanced naval aviation systems. His responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle procurement of mission-critical technologies, including avionics, electronic warfare subsystems, and airborne sensor suites, ensuring alignment with the Navy’s strategic priorities in air superiority and fleet readiness. Pirko manages competitively awarded contracts under FAR and DFARS guidelines, frequently supporting research, development, and sustainment efforts for next-generation aircraft platforms. He works closely with engineering and technical stakeholders to translate operational requirements into enforceable contract deliverables that meet rigorous military standards. Pirko maintains established working relationships with leading defense contractors including SABRE SYSTEMS, LLC, THE BOEING COMPANY, SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, SYSTEMS PLANNING AND ANALYSIS, INC., and ONTIC ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING, INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for experienced prime contractors capable of delivering high-integrity aerospace systems and integrated engineering solutions. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical compliance, and risk mitigation in highly regulated environments, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in transparency and accountability. His procurement patterns show a strong preference for open competition, with 86.4% of awards issued without set-aside designations. While small business participation is modest, he consistently supports Total Small Business Set-Asides and 8(a) competed awards, demonstrating a measured but deliberate commitment to socioeconomic goals within the constraints of mission-critical technical requirements. Pirko’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334511 for aeronautical navigation and guidance systems, 541330 for engineering services, and 541712 for physical sciences R&D. He regularly procures flight training systems, computer storage devices for avionics, and specialized engineering support for airborne mission systems, reflecting deep technical expertise in defense aviation electronics and systems integration.