Nishan K Claussen

Nishan K. Claussen serves as a Contracting Officer for FA7037 AMIC Det 2 JB San Antonio, a critical node within the Department of the Air Force responsible for acquiring advanced engineering and information systems to sustain and modernize air operations infrastructure. In this role, he manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for mission-critical capabilities, including secure communications networks, software-defined radio systems, and integrated command and control platforms. His acquisitions directly support cyber-enabled mission readiness and the integration of emerging technologies into operational environments, ensuring alignment with Air Force modernization priorities and National Defense Strategy objectives. Claussen maintains a procurement environment centered on collaboration with qualified small businesses, as evidenced by his exclusive use of Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He actively cultivates partnerships with small engineering firms possessing specialized technical expertise in defense communications and systems integration, fostering a vendor ecosystem that prioritizes agility, innovation, and compliance with socioeconomic contracting mandates. His working relationships are characterized by early vendor engagement, clear performance metrics, and a focus on long-term capacity building among small business contractors. His procurement portfolio is exclusively focused on NAICS 541330 — Engineering Services — reflecting a deep specialization in technical support for air operations infrastructure. He procures services related to systems engineering, RF and signal processing, cybersecurity-enabled communications architecture, and the integration of software-defined radio technologies into tactical networks. His domain expertise lies in bridging civil engineering disciplines with military communications requirements, ensuring that acquired solutions meet stringent DoD interoperability, security, and sustainment standards.