Whitney Hyers

Whitney Hyers 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 contracts for advanced aerospace platforms and mission-critical support services, Hyers plays a central role in executing NAVAIR’s mission to maintain air superiority through the development, testing, and fielding of carrier-based and expeditionary aircraft, guided weapons, and integrated avionics. Their procurement activities focus on high-technology defense systems requiring rigorous technical oversight, systems integration, and long-term logistics support, ensuring operational readiness for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Hyers maintains consistent working relationships with leading defense prime contractors, including Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, and General Atomics, engaging these firms on major systems acquisition programs involving rotary-wing aircraft, unmanned aerial systems, and precision-guided munitions. The contracting pattern reflects deep collaboration with established industry leaders capable of delivering complex, high-assurance aerospace solutions under stringent military specifications. These partnerships are characterized by sustained engagement across multiple contract vehicles, emphasizing technical innovation, reliability, and rapid fielding of capabilities. Hyers’ procurement portfolio demonstrates a clear preference for full and open competition, with 100% of awards issued under no set-aside classifications. This reflects a strategic emphasis on leveraging the broadest possible industrial base to meet mission-critical performance requirements, with no formal allocation to 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. While small business participation is not structurally prioritized in this portfolio, the focus remains on mission success through access to specialized technical expertise. The primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336414 (Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing), encompassing the acquisition of advanced missile systems, aerospace guidance components, and space-enabled avionics, complemented by NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services) for systems engineering, integration, and technical analysis. Hyers’ expertise centers on high-stakes defense technologies requiring deep domain knowledge in flight systems, electronic warfare, and mission-critical software integration.