Matthew "Jay" Carroll

Matthew "Jay" Carroll serves as a key procurement professional within the Missile Defense Agency, supporting the development and fielding of integrated missile defense systems. He manages complex acquisitions aligned with the MDA’s mission to advance layered defense architectures, focusing on research and development, systems integration, and technical support services. His portfolio centers on high-priority technical programs involving sensor modernization, midcourse and terminal-phase interception capabilities, and computing infrastructure for missile defense operations. Carroll ensures acquisitions comply with federal procurement regulations while aligning with strategic defense priorities across the DoD. He maintains longstanding relationships with prime contractors including Lockheed Martin Corp and Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation, partnering with industry leaders to deliver advanced missile defense technologies. His contracting patterns reflect deep collaboration with systems integrators and engineering firms capable of supporting rapid prototyping, live-fire testing, and hardware-software co-development. He also engages Jacobs Technology Inc. for mission-critical facilities and technical support services, demonstrating a preference for vendors with proven experience in defense-grade engineering and operations. Carroll’s acquisition strategy prioritizes open competition, with approximately 77.8% of awards issued without set-asides, reflecting the technical complexity and scale of missile defense requirements. However, he consistently allocates 22.2% of opportunities to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, fostering innovation through partnerships with agile, specialized firms. His approach balances mission-critical performance needs with meaningful small business participation, encouraging competition from qualified small entities without compromising system readiness. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541715 (R&D in physical and engineering sciences), with significant activity in engineering services, computer facilities management, and computing infrastructure. He procures advanced simulation tools, real-time data processing systems, and secure computing environments essential for missile defense testing and operational readiness, demonstrating deep technical fluency in defense systems engineering and cyber-enabled mission infrastructure.