Nick Griswold

Nick Griswold serves as a Contract Specialist within the Air Force Test Center’s PZZD division at Eglin Air Force Base, where he plays a pivotal role in securing advanced airborne systems, guided missile technologies, and mission-critical avionics to support test, evaluation, and operational readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of complex acquisitions—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—focusing on high-priority programs involving sensing, navigation, electronic warfare, and live-fire threat simulation. His work directly enables rapid prototyping and field-deployable capabilities critical to Air Force modernization efforts. Griswold maintains a consistent working relationship with Wavelink Inc., a key contractor providing specialized engineering and systems integration services for test instrumentation and avionics support. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships built on technical reliability, compliance with military specifications, and responsiveness to evolving test requirements. He collaborates closely with technical stakeholders to ensure contractor deliverables align with rigorous performance standards for guided missile systems and airborne test platforms. His contracting portfolio reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 88.1% of awards issued without set-aside designations, indicating a focus on technical capability over socioeconomic criteria. However, he actively supports small business participation, with 11.9% of awards directed under Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5), demonstrating a balanced commitment to both mission necessity and broad vendor access. Griswold’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334511 (aeronautical and navigation systems) and 334515 (electrical signal measurement instrumentation), reflecting deep expertise in radar, electronic countermeasures, telemetry, and guidance system components. He routinely acquires advanced sensors, signal processors, and integrated avionics suites used in aircraft armament testing and target system development, ensuring the Air Force maintains technological superiority in contested environments.