Roger Brett

Roger Brett serves as a key procurement professional within the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (N00164), supporting the Department of Defense’s mission to develop, test, and sustain advanced electronic, electro-optical, and ordnance systems for naval forces. He manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions focused on precision sensing, signal processing, communications, and electronic warfare capabilities, ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical technologies for surface and expeditionary operations. His work directly enables the modernization of naval combat systems through strategic contracting across engineering, manufacturing, and sustainment domains. Brett maintains consistent relationships with leading defense contractors including Lockheed Martin Corporation, Programs Management Analytics & Technologies Inc., and Integrity Defense Services Inc., partnering with firms that deliver specialized expertise in radar systems, signal intelligence platforms, and mission-critical IT services. He also collaborates with niche suppliers such as Black Hills Ammunition Inc. and McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC to support ordnance production and facility infrastructure needs. His contracting approach emphasizes technical precision, performance-based outcomes, and long-term sustainment partnerships with vendors capable of meeting stringent military specifications. His procurement patterns reflect a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with approximately one-third of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, indicating a deliberate focus on fostering innovation from small and emerging defense contractors. While the majority of acquisitions remain open to all competitors, he consistently prioritizes small business participation to enhance competition and access specialized capabilities. Brett’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336413 (other aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment), 334419 (other electronic components), and 334511 (search and navigation systems), reflecting deep expertise in avionics, electronic warfare subsystems, and precision instrumentation. He routinely sources custom-built sensors, signal conditioning modules, and field-repairable electronic systems, underscoring his technical command over complex defense electronics procurement.