Kevin Scro

Kevin Scro serves as Chief Scientist for the FA8823 Sustainment MCPNT SSC/PKL under the Department of the Air Force, where he provides technical leadership in the sustainment and modernization of critical aerospace and space-based defense systems. In this role, he shapes the scientific and engineering requirements that drive acquisition strategy, ensuring that procurement decisions align with operational readiness goals for guided missile systems, satellite communications, and global navigation infrastructure. He primarily oversees research and development acquisitions, guiding the technical evaluation of proposals and validating the feasibility of advanced engineering solutions before contract award. While specific contractor relationships are not publicly enumerated, Dr. Scro engages with a broad ecosystem of defense contractors, research institutions, and technology innovators specializing in aerospace systems, signal processing, and space domain awareness. His working relationships are characterized by deep technical collaboration, with an emphasis on performance-based contracting and innovation-driven solutions that meet rigorous military standards. He frequently interfaces with firms possessing specialized expertise in systems integration, electromagnetic compatibility, and autonomous navigation technologies. Dr. Scro’s procurement portfolio reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of acquisitions classified as “No Set-Aside.” This indicates a focus on technical merit and mission-critical capability over socioeconomic preferences, prioritizing the most capable and qualified performers regardless of business size or certification status. His primary industry focus is NAICS 541712—Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences—where he procures advanced engineering services, systems modeling, prototype development, and technical analysis for next-generation space and missile systems. His domain expertise spans guidance and control algorithms, space vehicle sustainment, and secure communications architectures, making him a key technical authority in the Air Force’s efforts to maintain technological superiority in contested environments.