Nick Granato
@nickgranato
Senior contracts and procurement leader specializing in defense, federal acquisition, and complex negotiations.
What I'm looking for
I am a senior contracts leader with 18+ years directing complex defense and national security portfolios across development, production, and sustainment programs. I consistently align contract strategy with enterprise objectives, lead high-stakes negotiations, and deliver disciplined lifecycle execution in FAR/DFARS/HSAR environments.
As a trusted advisor to executive and program leadership, I have directed multi-hundred-million to multi-billion dollar portfolios, accelerated acquisition timelines, and strengthened contractual risk posture through clear governance, workforce development, and audit-ready compliance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Contracting & Acquisition Leader
Department of Homeland Security
Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 7 months)
Direct a remote organization of 18 contracting professionals overseeing contract strategy and execution for mission-critical procurements; accelerated acquisition timelines by 40% and ensured FAR/HSAR compliance on high-value programs.
Division Chief, Business Systems Contracting
U.S. Air Force
Apr 2019 - Jul 2024 (5 years 3 months)
Directed a $1.3B acquisition portfolio and provided senior guidance on contract structure and pricing for a $1B contract writing system, leading proposal strategy, negotiations, and lifecycle execution for major IT and modernization programs.
Branch Chief, B-52 Contracting
U.S. Air Force
Jan 2019 - Apr 2019 (3 months)
Directed contract administration strategy for $28B in B-52 modernization programs, advising leadership on contract structure, funding risk, and performance obligations for major engine and radar upgrades.
Supervisory Contracting Officer
U.S. Air Force
Dec 2016 - Jan 2019 (2 years 1 month)
Independently led over 350 contract actions across CPFF, CPAF, FFP, FPIF, and T&M vehicles, strengthened FAR/DFARS compliance, and managed the warrant program qualifying 100+ Contracting Officers.
Contracting Officer
U.S. Air Force
Mar 2013 - Dec 2016 (3 years 9 months)
Led full-lifecycle sourcing for 400+ contract actions across GWACs, IDIQs, and commercial vehicles and negotiated high-value IT and mission systems procurements exceeding $80M.
Contracting Specialist
U.S. Air Force
Mar 2009 - Mar 2013 (4 years)
Supported acquisition planning, solicitation development, proposal evaluation, and contract administration across federal contracting activities to enable mission delivery.
Aircraft Engine Mechanic
U.S. Air National Guard
Sep 2003 - Sep 2009 (6 years)
Maintained and repaired F-16 engines supporting mission readiness and Foreign Military Sales; led process improvements that enhanced parts readiness and reduced aircraft downtime.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Park University
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Grade: Magna Cum Laude
Completed a Master of Business Administration with honors, focusing on business administration and leadership topics.
Wright State University
Bachelor of Science, Organizational Leadership
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership with coursework in leadership, management, and organizational behavior.
Community College of the Air Force
Associate of Applied Sciences, Applied Sciences
Awarded an Associate of Applied Sciences through the Community College of the Air Force for technical and vocational Air Force training.
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