Michael J. White

Michael J. White serves as a Contracting Officer within the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (N61340), where he manages the acquisition of advanced simulation, avionics, and mission-critical training systems essential to naval aviation readiness. His portfolio encompasses the full lifecycle procurement of engineering services, flight training solutions, and integrated computer-based systems that support pilot and aircrew proficiency across tactical and operational environments. White plays a pivotal role in translating operational requirements into technically sound, compliant contracts that align with Navy modernization priorities, ensuring timely delivery of high-fidelity training infrastructure. He maintains sustained working relationships with key industry partners including STRACON SERVICES GROUP, LLC and FLIGHTSAFETY INTERNATIONAL INC, both of which provide specialized simulation hardware, immersive training environments, and curriculum development services. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, performance-based outcomes, and technical alignment with naval aviation standards, fostering reliable partnerships with firms capable of delivering complex, mission-essential systems under stringent security and interoperability requirements. White demonstrates a balanced commitment to small business participation, with nearly 50% of his acquisitions conducted without set-asides, while actively leveraging Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5) at 37.5% and HUBZone Set-Asides at 12.5%. This reflects a deliberate strategy to promote competition, foster innovation from smaller firms, and meet statutory socioeconomic goals without compromising mission capability. His procurement focus is heavily concentrated in NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services), reflecting his leadership in acquiring systems engineering, modeling and simulation development, and avionics integration. Secondary emphasis is placed on NAICS 611512 (Flight Training) and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), underscoring his expertise in acquiring both human performance training solutions and supporting software platforms for distributed, networked training architectures.