Kimberly Young

Kimberly Z. Young serves as a Contract Specialist at Naval Information Warfare Center Atlantic (NIWC Atlantic), where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex acquisitions for mission-critical naval warfare systems. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts supporting advanced electronic systems, including radar, electronic warfare, secure communications, and command and control infrastructure. Her work directly enables the Navy’s modernization priorities by ensuring timely delivery of cutting-edge technologies that enhance maritime domain awareness and operational resilience. Kimberly specializes in performance-based acquisitions, fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contracts, and technical service procurements aligned with Department of the Navy strategic objectives. She maintains established working relationships with industry leaders such as Amazon Web Services, Inc. and Leidos, Inc., partnering with these firms to deliver scalable cloud-enabled solutions, cybersecurity enhancements, and integrated signal processing systems. Her procurement approach emphasizes technical rigor, risk mitigation, and performance outcomes, often involving iterative development cycles and agile acquisition methodologies. Kimberly collaborates closely with engineering and acquisition stakeholders to align vendor capabilities with operational requirements, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in innovation and mission alignment. Kimberly’s contracting portfolio reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of her awards issued under no set-aside provisions. While she does not routinely utilize socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, her focus remains on securing the highest technical capability and mission readiness, prioritizing performance over socioeconomic criteria in this high-stakes technical environment. Her primary procurement focus lies within NAICS 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing) and 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing), each accounting for 40% of her activity, with an additional 20% in NAICS 334511 (Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing). She routinely acquires advanced sensors, signal processors, tactical radios, and secure data link systems, demonstrating deep expertise in electronic warfare, maritime communications, and integrated sensor networks.