Levi Cooper P

Levi Cooper P serves as a key procurement lead within the FA2291 Aflcmc C3NK, a critical unit under the Department of the Air Force responsible for modernizing command, control, communications, and network (C3N) capabilities for air and space operations. In this role, Levi manages the acquisition of advanced tactical and strategic systems that enable resilient, real-time decision-making in contested environments. Their portfolio centers on securing and integrating next-generation radio waveforms, high-performance computing infrastructure, and secure communication architectures, ensuring interoperability across multi-domain operations. Levi routinely oversees complex contracts requiring stringent cybersecurity compliance and rapid technology insertion cycles. Levi maintains a consistent working relationship with Liberty Communications, Inc., a primary contractor delivering specialized C3N solutions and network modernization services. Their procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical excellence and mission alignment, favoring contractors with proven expertise in secure communications hardware, software-defined radio systems, and military-grade networking. Levi engages with a select group of trusted industry partners who demonstrate agility in supporting rapid prototyping and field deployment under austere conditions. A strong advocate for small business participation, Levi prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides, with nearly 69% of procurements reserved for small businesses under FAR 19.5. Additional set-asides include HUBZone and other socioeconomic categories, reflecting a deliberate strategy to foster innovation through diverse vendor participation. This pattern underscores a commitment to expanding the defense industrial base by integrating agile small firms into critical C3N modernization efforts. Levi’s procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS categories related to secure systems services, wireless communications equipment manufacturing, and computer systems design. They frequently acquire secure radio systems, tactical network hardware, and R&D services for next-generation signal processing and electromagnetic spectrum dominance. Their technical expertise lies at the intersection of defense communications, cybersecurity, and embedded systems, ensuring acquisitions align with Air Force objectives for resilient, software-defined C3N architectures.