Michelle B. Rosenbaum

Michelle B. Rosenbaum serves as a senior procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions in engineering, aerospace, and applied research domains. She plays a critical role in advancing mission-critical capabilities by overseeing the solicitation, evaluation, and award of contracts aligned with national defense and scientific innovation priorities. Her work centers on ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance across high-stakes procurements, particularly in areas requiring specialized engineering analysis and advanced systems development. She routinely interfaces with federal program offices, technical evaluators, and legal counsel to structure acquisition strategies that balance performance requirements with fiscal responsibility. Rosenbaum’s contracting patterns reflect a preference for open competition, with no set-aside preferences applied across her portfolio. She engages with a diverse range of contractors, including large prime defense and engineering firms, as well as specialized small businesses capable of delivering advanced technical solutions. Her relationships are characterized by a focus on performance-based contracting, clear statement of work development, and rigorous source selection under FAR Part 15 procedures. While she does not prioritize socioeconomic set-asides, she maintains a transparent and competitive environment that rewards technical merit and past performance. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services), where she secures design, analysis, and systems integration support; NAICS 541712 (Research and Development in Physical and Engineering Sciences), where she funds innovation in advanced materials and sensor technologies; and NAICS 336414 (Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing), where she facilitates the acquisition of propulsion systems and space-based payloads. These domains demand deep technical understanding and rigorous oversight to ensure compliance with defense standards and national security protocols. Rosenbaum’s expertise lies in structuring procurements that bridge cutting-edge R&D with operational deployment, ensuring that technical solutions meet stringent performance, safety, and interoperability criteria. Her work directly supports national security infrastructure and scientific advancement through disciplined, outcome-driven acquisition practices.