Whitney L. Foxbower

Whitney Foxbower serves as a primary procurement lead within the FA2385 USAF AFMC AFRL PZL AFRL RSKD organization, driving the acquisition of advanced research and development services critical to next-generation aerospace and defense systems. In this role, Foxbower is responsible for managing complex technical contracts that support experimental platforms, autonomous systems, and secure computing architectures. Their procurement activities are aligned with the agency’s mission to accelerate innovation through strategic partnerships with specialized technical service providers, focusing on high-risk, high-reward R&D initiatives that bridge laboratory research and operational deployment. Foxbower cultivates relationships with a diverse array of technical contractors, primarily engaging firms with proven expertise in computer systems design, physical sciences R&D, and advanced manufacturing. While no single contractor dominates the portfolio, the contracting pattern reflects a preference for agile, mission-aligned vendors capable of delivering custom-engineered solutions under tight technical and schedule constraints. Collaborations are typically structured as cost-reimbursement or time-and-materials contracts to accommodate the iterative nature of experimental development. Foxbower’s procurement strategy reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of acquisitions conducted under non-set-aside authorities. There is no formal emphasis on 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, indicating a mission-first approach prioritizing technical capability and rapid prototyping over socioeconomic preferences. The primary NAICS focus areas include 541715 and 541712 for physical and engineering R&D, 339999 for specialized manufacturing, and 325920 for explosives and energetic materials development. Computer systems design services (541512) are also procured to support secure, embedded computing environments. Foxbower’s expertise lies in acquiring cutting-edge technologies for classified and unclassified experimental platforms, with deep domain knowledge in aerospace systems, autonomous control architectures, and high-assurance computing.