Steven McConnaughy

Steven McConnaughy serves as a Contract Specialist within the FA2823 AFTC PZIO under the Department of the Air Force, where he manages the acquisition of specialized test, sensing, and communication systems critical to aerospace mission readiness. His portfolio focuses on procuring advanced avionics, electronic warfare instrumentation, and ground-based test platforms that support the modernization of flight and signal intelligence evaluation infrastructure. McConnaughy executes full lifecycle contracting actions under FAR and DFARS, ensuring compliance with technical specifications for high-precision measurement systems and electromagnetic compatibility standards. He routinely handles complex sole-source and competitive procurements for mission-critical hardware and integrated test solutions. McConnaughy maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including TOM HAMMONDS ENTERPRISES, LLC, STREET LEGAL INDUSTRIES, INC, SPEEGLE CONSTRUCTION, INC, DETECT INC, and THE CONTROLS COMPANY, LLC. These partnerships reflect a blend of niche engineering firms, specialized construction vendors, and technology integrators capable of delivering custom test fixtures, electromagnetic shielding solutions, and ruggedized instrumentation. His contracting approach emphasizes vendor reliability, technical responsiveness, and adherence to stringent aerospace quality standards, fostering long-term collaborations with suppliers who demonstrate proven capability in defense-grade environments. A strong advocate for small business participation, McConnaughy prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides (58.3%) under FAR 19.5, with a notable emphasis on service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (4.2%). His procurement patterns reflect a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small, capable vendors in technical niches, aligning with Air Force goals to enhance supply chain resilience and innovation through socioeconomic contracting. His primary NAICS focus includes 333120 for construction machinery manufacturing, 332311 for prefabricated metal components, and 488190 for air transportation support services, indicating a heavy reliance on custom-engineered structural, test stand, and logistics infrastructure. He also procures specialized flight training systems under 611512 and industrial equipment under 333111, demonstrating expertise in bridging aerospace test requirements with physical infrastructure and operational support systems.