Paul Eremenko

Paul Eremenko serves as a senior technical acquisition lead within the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), driving the procurement of high-risk, high-reward research and development initiatives aligned with the agency’s mission to secure U.S. technological superiority. He manages complex R&D contracts spanning physical sciences, engineering, and life sciences, with a focus on emerging domains such as autonomous systems, bio-integrated technologies, and next-generation computing architectures. His acquisitions are strategically designed to accelerate breakthrough innovations through agile contracting mechanisms, including Other Transaction Authorities and cooperative agreements, enabling rapid prototyping and transition of cutting-edge capabilities from lab to field. Eremenko maintains strategic partnerships with a select group of industry leaders including AEROSPACE & COMMERCIAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC, AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH LLC, and ABBOTT LABORATORIES INC., reflecting a preference for organizations with proven expertise in advanced systems integration, microelectronics, and biomedical engineering. His contracting patterns emphasize deep technical collaboration, often engaging contractors in multi-phase, milestone-driven programs that require iterative development and rigorous validation. He routinely works with firms capable of operating in classified and unclassified environments under stringent security protocols. Eremenko’s portfolio reflects no set-aside preferences, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This underscores a mission-first procurement philosophy prioritizing technical capability and innovation velocity over socioeconomic classifications, though small businesses are not excluded—they compete on equal footing based on technical merit and program alignment. His primary procurement focus is NAICS 541712, encompassing R&D in physical, engineering, and life sciences. He consistently acquires advanced materials, neuromorphic computing systems, bio-sensing platforms, and quantum-enabled hardware, demonstrating deep expertise in science-driven acquisition and technology transition. His work bridges the gap between fundamental research and operational military capability, ensuring DARPA’s innovations remain at the forefront of national defense.