Ryan Thompson

Ryan Thompson serves as a key procurement professional within the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), supporting the lifecycle acquisition and sustainment of naval aviation ordnance systems. He manages complex contract actions for the development, testing, and fielding of small arms, munitions, and specialized ordnance accessories critical to U.S. Navy and Marine Corps air operations. His work directly enables mission readiness by ensuring timely delivery of high-performance weapons systems that integrate with carrier-based and expeditionary aircraft platforms. Thompson operates within the full spectrum of defense procurement—from initial requirements validation through contract award and performance oversight—focusing on technical specifications that meet rigorous military standards for safety, reliability, and interoperability. He maintains consistent contracting relationships with industry leaders including Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, and General Atomics, partnering with prime contractors who deliver integrated ordnance solutions, precision-guided munitions, and associated logistics support. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, technical alignment, and performance-based contracting to ensure system compatibility with evolving naval aviation platforms. These relationships are built on sustained engagement, technical transparency, and adherence to defense acquisition regulations. Thompson’s contracting portfolio reflects a strict focus on open competition, with 100% of awards issued under no set-aside classifications. This indicates a preference for full and open competition among qualified industry participants, prioritizing technical capability and mission need over socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is not formally targeted in his awards, he adheres to all regulatory requirements for fair and equitable access. His primary procurement focus is on NAICS 332994—Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing—reflecting deep expertise in munitions systems, explosive ordnance disposal components, aircraft-mounted weapons, and related support infrastructure. He specializes in procuring high-precision ordnance, pyrotechnic devices, and integrated armament subsystems that meet U.S. Navy aviation combat requirements.