Kevin Schwertfeger

Kevin D. Schwertfeger serves as a Contract Specialist within the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), where he plays a critical role in executing the lifecycle acquisition of naval aviation systems. Responsible for managing complex procurement actions across research, development, testing, and sustainment phases, he ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while supporting NAVAIR’s mission to maintain air superiority through advanced aircraft, avionics, and logistics infrastructure. His portfolio primarily encompasses engineering services, aeronautical system manufacturing, and air transportation support activities, requiring deep technical understanding of defense acquisition processes and systems integration. Schwertfeger maintains consistent working relationships with leading defense prime contractors including Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, and General Atomics, engaging them on high-priority programs involving carrier-based aircraft, unmanned aerial systems, and mission-critical avionics. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and risk-mitigated contract structures, fostering long-term partnerships with vendors capable of delivering technically sophisticated solutions under stringent military specifications. He frequently coordinates with technical and logistics teams to align contractual requirements with operational readiness goals. His procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for unrestricted competition, with 87% of awards issued without set-asides, indicating a focus on mission-critical capabilities requiring specialized expertise. When small business participation is pursued, he prioritizes Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, followed by total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating measured but intentional support for socioeconomic programs without compromising mission needs. His primary NAICS focus areas include Other Support Activities for Air Transportation, Engineering Services, and the manufacturing of aeronautical navigation and guidance systems. He routinely procures technical services related to aircraft sustainment, systems integration, and avionics modernization, underscoring his expertise in the defense aerospace domain and his ability to navigate complex technical requirements across the naval aviation enterprise.