Tyler Pittmon

Tyler Pittmon supports the FA9300 AFTC PZR in executing mission-critical procurement activities for the Department of the Air Force, focusing on the acquisition of advanced aerospace research and development capabilities. He plays a pivotal role in securing specialized instrumentation, proprietary software systems, and engineering services essential for air and space system testing and operational readiness. His procurement portfolio centers on high-precision analytical equipment, mission-critical software development, and technical services that enable cutting-edge experimentation and data analysis in laboratory and field environments. Pittmon ensures alignment with DoD acquisition regulations while prioritizing technical performance, innovation, and schedule fidelity across complex R&D initiatives. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Pittmon maintains a dynamic working relationship with a diverse ecosystem of vendors, including mid-tier engineering firms, niche software publishers, and specialized equipment manufacturers. His contracting approach emphasizes technical competency and past performance over volume-based sourcing, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of delivering customized solutions for high-consequence aerospace applications. He actively engages with vendors through competitive solicitations, including both full and open competitions and targeted set-asides, ensuring rigorous evaluation of technical proposals and compliance with federal acquisition standards. Pittmon demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 37.5% of his acquisitions designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. His contracting patterns reflect a deliberate effort to cultivate capability within the small business community, particularly among firms with expertise in instrumentation, software development, and physical sciences R&D. While no specific socioeconomic set-asides (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB) are dominant, his portfolio consistently prioritizes small business eligibility, reinforcing the agency’s mandate to promote innovation through diverse supplier engagement. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 513210 (Software Publishers) and 541715 (R&D in Physical and Engineering Sciences), with significant activity in 334310 (Audio/Video Equipment Manufacturing) and 335312 (Motor and Generator Manufacturing). He routinely procures laboratory-grade sensors, real-time data acquisition systems, embedded control software, and specialized test hardware—applications requiring deep domain expertise in aerospace systems engineering and signal processing.