"The 2019 budget request for these programs reflects the challenging balancing act facing Air Force and the Congress."
"we, as part of acquisition reform, should be using available technology and open new opportunities for the Air Force."
"We are obviously here today on the projection part of our portfolio."
"the first part of the Avionics Modernization Program was on track to be in compliance with FAA and international airspace requirements."
"Again, I want to thank you for, again, your commitment to finishing it."
"I mean, at some point, we are talking really more about workforce than platforms in terms of this recapitalization program."
"These kinds of authorities can result in substantial savings; we estimate they may be as much as $5.4 billion for the Block V VIRGINIA Class Submarines Multiyear Procurement."
"Small businesses and small producers are critical to maintaining a broad-based, resilient defense industrial base."
"congratulations to both of you and congratulations to all three of you for your confirmation."
"lifting the caps in the bipartisan budget agreement obviously is going to hopefully take the handcuffs off."
"The Procurement Technical Assistance Program provides critical training and in-depth, individualized counseling that small businesses need to compete and succeed in defense contracting."