Shonte R. Chase

Shonte Chase serves as a key procurement professional within the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), supporting the lifecycle acquisition and sustainment of critical naval aviation systems. Responsible for managing complex contract actions across the defense technology lifecycle, Chase specializes in the procurement of guided missile systems, advanced aircraft platforms, and integrated avionics solutions. Their work directly enables NAVAIR’s mission to maintain air superiority through the development, testing, and fielding of next-generation carrier-based and expeditionary aviation assets. Chase routinely oversees large-scale, mission-critical contracts requiring stringent technical compliance, systems integration, and long-term logistics support. Chase maintains consistent procurement relationships with leading defense prime contractors including Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, and General Atomics, reflecting a focus on high-performance aerospace and missile systems. These partnerships are characterized by long-term, technically complex engagements involving research and development, production, and sustainment phases. Global Air Logistics and Training, Inc. is also a recurring partner, indicating engagement with specialized training and logistics support services. The contracting pattern reflects a preference for established industry leaders with proven capability in delivering mission-essential aerospace platforms under rigorous Navy standards. Chase’s procurement portfolio exhibits no reliance on socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic emphasis on technical capability and mission readiness over socioeconomic preferences, aligning with NAVAIR’s priority to acquire the most capable systems regardless of vendor size or certification status. While small business participation is not formally incentivized in this portfolio, all acquisitions adhere to federal acquisition regulations and competitive bidding requirements. The primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336414 (Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing) and NAICS 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing), underscoring deep expertise in missile defense systems, unmanned aerial systems, and advanced manned aircraft platforms. Chase’s domain knowledge encompasses weapon integration, flight control systems, and airborne sensor suites, supporting the Navy’s modernization imperatives in strike, surveillance, and air dominance capabilities.