Sharon C Broughton

Sharon C. Broughton serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisitions in defense and aerospace-related technical domains. She plays a critical role in executing the agency’s procurement mission by ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations, conducting market research, and structuring solicitations that promote competition and mission readiness. Her portfolio primarily encompasses the procurement of advanced aeronautical systems, avionics components, precision instrumentation, and specialized engineering services, often requiring technical evaluation and risk mitigation under FAR Part 15 procedures. She is instrumental in translating operational requirements into enforceable contract terms that safeguard national security interests while maintaining fiscal accountability. While specific contractor names are not available, Sharon consistently engages with a diverse pool of prime contractors and subcontractors specializing in high-precision manufacturing and systems integration. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established industry players with proven capabilities in aerospace component production and electronic system development, alongside qualified small businesses that meet technical and compliance standards. She fosters collaborative relationships with vendors who demonstrate robust quality control, supply chain resilience, and adherence to ITAR and DFARS requirements. Sharon’s set-aside preferences are heavily skewed toward open competition, with 91.3% of her awards issued without socioeconomic set-asides. However, she actively supports small business participation through targeted Total Small Business and HUBZone set-asides, each accounting for 4.3% of her awards. This balanced approach reflects a commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising mission-critical performance or technical rigor. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) and 334511 (Aeronautical System and Instrument Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in airborne electronics, navigation systems, and mission-critical instrumentation. She also regularly procures specialized tooling (333514) and electrical test equipment (334515), demonstrating a technical understanding of manufacturing processes and calibration standards essential to aerospace and defense readiness.