Leonardo (Len) Salazar
Len Salazar GP Advisory Group, LLC
Len Salazar is a nationally recognized expert in government contract property administration with more than 36 years of property experience at the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA). A leading authority on Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) compliance, he has built a distinguished career in executive leadership, global operations, regulatory instruction, and advisory support for major defense programs.
As founder and principal of Len Salazar Advisory Group, LLC, he provides strategic consulting to government agencies and defense contractors, helping organizations strengthen compliance, optimize property management systems, and improve mission readiness.
Leadership & Global Experience
Salazar previously served as Director of Property for DCMA Central U.S. Region & International Operations, overseeing more than $84 billion in government property across 600+ contractors worldwide. He led a team of 60+ Property Administrators supporting high‑visibility programs including the Presidential Aircraft, F‑35 and F‑22 platforms, Patriot Missile systems, and Stryker vehicles.
Operational & International Deployments
He completed five overseas deployments—Kosovo, Bosnia‑Herzegovina, Hungary, Kuwait, and Iraq—supporting U.S. Army missions as a Property Administrator and Plant Clearance Officer. He executed the first U.S. contract disposal sale of surplus government property in Bosnia‑Herzegovina, establishing a model for future operations.
Regulatory Expertise & Training
A respected authority in FAR/DFARS compliance, Salazar has overseen more than 5,000 Property Management System Analyses (PMSAs) and 10,000+ loss case investigations. As a certified Defense Acquisition University (DAU) instructor in Government Contract Property, he has trained personnel across all DoD components and many defense contractors.
Consulting Focus Areas
His firm delivers expertise in property system optimization, loss case resolution, audit preparation, FAR/DFARS compliance, and workforce development—providing clients with clear diagnostics, practical solutions, and improved accountability.
Education & Credentials
MBA, National Security Studies – Webster University
Graduate, DoD Executive Leadership Development Program (ELDP)
DAWIA Level III, Industrial Property Management and Defense Acquisition Corps Member
Certified Property Administrator & Plant Clearance Officer
Awards & Recognition
Salazar has received multiple honors from the Department of Defense and NATO for government property contributions in combat and peacekeeping missions, along with commendations from DCMA leadership and the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA).