Michael Dewey

Michael Dewey serves as a key procurement lead within the FA8620 Aflcmc Wijk Big Safari office, supporting the Department of Defense’s mission to rapidly develop and field classified, unconventional airborne systems for special operations and ISR platforms. His work centers on accelerating the acquisition of advanced avionics, sensor suites, and mission-specific electronics for platforms such as the C-130 and MQ-9, operating outside traditional acquisition cycles to meet urgent operational needs. Dewey manages a portfolio of high-priority, time-sensitive contracts requiring stringent security protocols and agile contracting methodologies, often utilizing Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs) and experimental authority pathways to expedite capability delivery. Dewey cultivates partnerships with a diverse array of defense technology providers, including niche aerospace subcontractors, classified systems integrators, and R&D-focused firms with experience in classified environments. His contracting approach emphasizes collaboration with vendors possessing specialized expertise in electronic warfare, secure communications, and airborne data fusion—often engaging small, innovative firms with proprietary technologies. He maintains a preference for non-traditional defense contractors and those with prior experience in sensitive programs, fostering long-term relationships built on technical agility and security compliance. A strong advocate for small business participation, Dewey consistently structures procurements to maximize small business set-asides, with approximately 60% of his contracts designated under FAR 19.5 for total small business eligibility. His contracting patterns reflect a deliberate effort to engage 8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB firms capable of delivering specialized engineering and manufacturing services within constrained timelines and classified constraints. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334519 (measuring and controlling devices), 336411 (aircraft manufacturing), and 541715 (R&D in physical and engineering sciences), reflecting deep expertise in airborne sensor integration, mission electronics, and rapid prototyping. Dewey’s work bridges advanced engineering research with field-deployable capabilities, ensuring cutting-edge technologies are transitioned swiftly from lab to operational use.