Romae Young

Romae Young serves as a procurement specialist focused exclusively on space research and technology acquisitions, driving the agency’s mission to advance national space capabilities through strategic contracting. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of complex technical procurements, Young ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning contract awards with strategic scientific objectives. Their portfolio centers on high-performance instrumentation, orbital systems development, and advanced data analysis platforms essential to space exploration and Earth observation missions. As the primary contracting authority for this domain, Young collaborates closely with engineering teams and program managers to translate technical requirements into enforceable solicitation language and performance-based contract structures. While no specific contractor relationships are identified in current records, Young’s procurement pattern indicates a consistent engagement with prime contractors possessing deep expertise in aerospace systems, satellite payload integration, and space-based sensor technologies. Vendor partnerships are typically formed with firms holding relevant ITAR and export control compliance, as well as those with proven experience in NASA or DoD space programs. The contracting approach emphasizes technical merit, past performance, and innovation capacity over cost alone, reflecting the high-stakes nature of space mission success. Young’s contracting activity shows a 100% preference for non-set-aside procurements, indicating that all acquisitions are conducted under full and open competition. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize technical capability and ensure access to the broadest pool of qualified aerospace contractors, rather than prioritizing socioeconomic categories. While small business participation is not formally incentivized through set-asides, performance-based incentives and subcontracting opportunities may still be leveraged within individual contract vehicles. The sole NAICS code focus—927110 (Space Research and Technology)—demonstrates deep specialization in federal space science procurement. Young routinely handles contracts for orbital research platforms, spaceflight test hardware, ground control systems, and mission-critical software development, requiring advanced knowledge of space systems engineering, radiation-hardened electronics, and mission assurance protocols. Their expertise lies at the intersection of scientific research and defense-grade acquisition practices.