Michael Iffland

Michael Iffland serves as a secondary procurement specialist at NASA Kennedy Space Center, supporting the agency’s mission to modernize launch infrastructure and ensure mission-critical operational readiness. While not the primary contracting officer, he plays a vital role in facilitating acquisitions related to technical testing services and custom software development, ensuring alignment with NASA’s strategic priorities in propulsion systems, flight safety, and autonomous operations. His work involves coordinating contract execution, evaluating technical requirements, and liaising with program managers to align procurement actions with mission-critical timelines and compliance standards. Iffland maintains consistent procurement relationships with NUMUNU MARTINEZ JV, LLC and CINKA CONSTRUCTION & CONSULTING SERVICES LLC, both of which provide specialized engineering and technical support services. These partnerships reflect a preference for experienced, niche contractors capable of delivering high-integrity testing protocols and mission-specific software solutions under stringent aerospace standards. His working patterns emphasize long-term vendor collaboration, with a focus on performance-based outcomes and technical compliance rather than volume-driven contracting. Iffland’s procurement portfolio reflects no set-aside preferences, with 100% of acquisitions conducted under full and open competition. This indicates a primary emphasis on technical capability and mission suitability over socioeconomic targeting, though small business participation is not excluded—vendors are selected based on demonstrated expertise in highly specialized domains. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services) and 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), reflecting deep engagement with aerospace test facility operations, environmental control system validation, and bespoke software for launch vehicle integration. He routinely supports acquisitions for ground systems, flight telemetry analysis, and real-time data processing tools critical to Kennedy Space Center’s role as a national launch hub.