May Millete

May Millete serves as a key procurement professional within Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC Pacific), supporting the development and integration of mission-critical naval warfare systems. Responsible for managing complex acquisitions in electronic warfare, communications, and command-and-control technologies, Millete ensures that contracting activities align with the Navy’s strategic priorities for fleet readiness and maritime domain awareness. Her work spans the full acquisition lifecycle—from requirements definition through contract award and performance oversight—focusing on advanced technology solutions that enhance sensor fusion, signal intelligence, and secure data transmission for naval platforms. Millete maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of specialized contractors, including HAWKEYE 360, INC., Systems Engineering Support Co., VT MILCOM INC., Aerospace & Commercial Technologies, LLC, and L1 Enterprises Incorporated. These partnerships are centered on firms with deep expertise in defense-grade electronics, real-time signal processing, and ruggedized computing systems. Her procurement approach emphasizes technical proficiency, proven system integration capabilities, and compliance with military standards such as MIL-STD and DO-160, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in performance reliability and rapid prototyping. Millete’s contracting portfolio reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of awards issued without set-aside designations. This indicates a focus on technical capability over socioeconomic categorization, prioritizing mission-critical performance and rapid fielding over mandated small business participation. While small businesses are not excluded, her awards are driven primarily by technical merit and system readiness. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541715 (R&D in physical and engineering sciences) and 334118 (computer peripheral equipment manufacturing), underscoring expertise in cutting-edge R&D for naval systems and the procurement of specialized hardware such as embedded computing modules, tactical radios, and secure data terminals. Her domain knowledge spans electronic warfare, RF systems, and embedded signal processing, making her a pivotal link between operational needs and industrial innovation.