Matthew Reilly

Matthew E. Reilly serves as a Contract Specialist within the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), where he plays a pivotal role in executing the lifecycle acquisition of naval aviation systems. Responsible for soliciting, evaluating, and awarding contracts under FAR Part 15, he supports the procurement of advanced aircraft, weapons systems, and mission-critical avionics. His work directly enables NAVAIR’s mission to maintain air superiority through the development and sustainment of carrier-based and expeditionary platforms. Reilly routinely manages complex, technically demanding acquisitions involving engineering services and aircraft manufacturing, ensuring compliance with defense acquisition regulations and operational readiness requirements. Reilly maintains consistent contracting relationships with industry leaders such as Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, and General Atomics, partnering with prime contractors capable of delivering high-performance aerospace and defense systems. His procurement approach emphasizes collaboration with vendors possessing deep technical expertise in rotary-wing and fixed-wing platforms, unmanned aerial systems, and integrated logistics support. He frequently engages with contractors through competitive negotiated procurements, fostering long-term partnerships that align with NAVAIR’s modernization objectives and sustainment needs. A strong advocate for small business participation, Reilly prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with approximately two-thirds of his awards designated for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to broaden the defense industrial base and enhance innovation through diverse supplier engagement. His contracting patterns consistently favor small business set-asides over unrestricted competitions, demonstrating a robust commitment to socioeconomic goals and equitable access to DoD opportunities. His procurement focus centers on NAICS 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing) and 541330 (Engineering Services), reflecting his specialization in the design, integration, and sustainment of naval aviation platforms. He procures a range of technical solutions including flight control systems, mission avionics, maintenance support services, and digital engineering tools, requiring deep domain knowledge in aerospace systems engineering and defense logistics.