Marshall Neilson

Marshall Neilson serves as a key procurement lead within the FA8217 Aflcmc Hbdk, a critical unit of the Department of the Air Force responsible for sustaining and modernizing airborne early warning and aerospace surveillance systems. He manages the acquisition lifecycle for mission-critical infrastructure, including radar sustainment, radome replacement, and reverse engineering of legacy systems such as the AN/FPS-117 and AN/FPS-124. His work ensures operational readiness of air defense networks by securing technical services that support long-term system integrity, modernization, and organic maintenance capabilities. Neilson’s portfolio is heavily focused on complex, long-term service contracts requiring deep technical expertise and supply chain resilience. Neilson maintains strong, recurring relationships with core contractors FILIUS CORPORATION and KIHOMAC INC, both of which provide specialized engineering, systems integration, and facilities management services tailored to aerospace warning platforms. His contracting approach emphasizes trusted vendor partnerships with proven experience in radar sustainment, legacy system modernization, and mission-critical IT infrastructure support. These relationships are characterized by repeat engagements, technical collaboration, and a shared focus on maintaining classified and high-availability systems under stringent DoD compliance standards. His procurement strategy reflects a deliberate commitment to small business participation, with 40% of awards reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), demonstrating a strong preference for veteran-led firms capable of delivering specialized technical support. The remaining 60% of acquisitions are conducted as full and open competitions, balancing capability with socioeconomic goals. Neilson consistently prioritizes vendors with proven experience in defense-critical environments and maintains strict adherence to federal small business regulations. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541513 (Computer Facilities Management Services), reflecting his emphasis on managing secure, mission-essential computing environments that support radar and communication systems. He also procures custom programming services (NAICS 541511) and specialized manufacturing (NAICS 334511) to sustain legacy aerospace sensors, underscoring his technical expertise in integrated air defense infrastructure.