Robert Charlon

Robert Charlon serves as a Contract Specialist at the Naval Air Warfare Center (N68936), where he plays a pivotal role in executing complex acquisitions to support the development and modernization of naval aviation systems. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for mission-critical technologies, including avionics, sensor integration, airborne command and control systems, and advanced simulation platforms. His work directly enables the agency’s mission to advance next-generation air and maritime warfare capabilities through rigorous technical evaluation and compliant contracting practices under FAR and DFARS guidelines. Charlon specializes in engineering and aerospace procurement, ensuring alignment with DoD innovation priorities and operational readiness requirements. Charlon maintains consistent working relationships with leading defense contractors including Lockheed Martin Corporation, Jacobs Technology Inc., Science Applications International Corporation, Kranze Technology Solutions Inc., and Teya Support Services LLC. These partnerships span systems integration, R&D support, and technical services for naval aircraft platforms. He collaborates closely with prime contractors to ensure technical compliance, performance-based outcomes, and timely delivery of mission-enabling capabilities. His approach emphasizes performance metrics, risk mitigation, and contract administration rigor, fostering long-term vendor collaboration while maintaining strict adherence to federal acquisition standards. Charlon demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with approximately 75% of his portfolio allocated to small business set-asides—50% under Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) and 25% competitively awarded through the 8(a) program. This pattern reflects a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small, disadvantaged, and emerging defense contractors in high-technology domains. His procurement practices actively promote workforce development and innovation through small business engagement, ensuring diverse vendor participation in critical naval aviation programs. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in procuring airborne systems, flight control hardware, and mission-specific avionics. He also regularly engages engineering services under NAICS 541330, sourcing specialized technical support for systems integration, software development, and test & evaluation. Charlon’s domain expertise centers on electronic warfare, sensor fusion, and mission planning systems, making him a key steward of advanced aerospace procurement within the Department of Defense.