Markus A DePina

Markus A. DePina serves as a key procurement professional within the Naval Air Warfare Center, supporting the Department of the Navy’s mission to advance naval aviation systems through research, development, testing, and evaluation. He manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions focused on mission-critical technologies, including avionics, sensor systems, electronic assemblies, and engineering services essential to next-generation airborne and maritime warfare platforms. His work ensures timely delivery of integrated hardware and software solutions that enhance command and control, navigation, and mission planning capabilities across naval aircraft systems. DePina maintains strong, long-standing relationships with leading defense and aerospace contractors, including Lockheed Martin Corporation, Jacobs Technology Inc., SAIC, Teya Support Services LLC, and Kranze Technology Solutions Inc. These partnerships reflect a reliance on prime contractors with proven expertise in systems integration, advanced electronics manufacturing, and technical engineering support. His contracting patterns prioritize established industry leaders capable of delivering complex, high-reliability systems under stringent military specifications, often involving rapid prototyping and rigorous test-and-evaluation cycles. DePina’s procurement activity is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic emphasis on accessing the broadest possible pool of technical capability and industrial capacity, rather than targeting socioeconomic categories. While small business participation is not formally prioritized in his award structure, the nature of his contracts often enables subcontracting opportunities for specialized firms within the supply chain. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS codes related to electronic component manufacturing, printed circuit assembly, aeronautical system instrumentation, commercial building construction for specialized facilities, and engineering services. These categories underscore his deep involvement in the design, fabrication, and integration of mission-critical avionics, sensor suites, and supporting infrastructure that enable modern naval air operations. His expertise lies at the intersection of defense electronics, systems engineering, and facility-based R&D support.