Steven Benjamin Oakeson

Steven Benjamin Oakeson serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex procurements across advanced aerospace and defense technology domains. He plays a critical role in executing the agency’s acquisition strategy by ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while delivering mission-critical capabilities. His portfolio primarily encompasses the solicitation and award of contracts for specialized aviation components, avionics systems, communications equipment, and engineering services, requiring deep technical oversight and risk mitigation in high-stakes procurement environments. Oakeson’s work ensures timely delivery of systems that support national security and aviation operational readiness. Oakeson maintains a broad network of industry partners, engaging with both large prime contractors and specialized suppliers across the aerospace and defense supply chain. He routinely collaborates with manufacturers of aircraft subsystems, navigation instrumentation, and communications hardware, fostering transparent, competitive bidding processes. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based requirements, clear statement of work development, and rigorous source selection under FAR Part 15 procedures. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, his engagements reflect a preference for vendors with proven technical expertise in aerospace-grade manufacturing and systems integration. Oakeson’s contracting patterns show a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of his awards issued without set-aside designations. This reflects a strategic focus on maximizing technical capability and cost efficiency rather than socioeconomic set-asides. While he does not prioritize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, his processes remain fully compliant with small business goals and encourage participation through open market opportunities and subcontracting plans. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336413 for other aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment, alongside 334511 for aeronautical systems and 334290 for communications equipment. He also regularly acquires engineering services under 541330 and hardware components under 332510. Oakeson’s domain expertise centers on mission-critical avionics, sensor integration, and defense-grade electronics, requiring familiarity with MIL-STD specifications, ITAR compliance, and technical acceptance protocols.