SpaceWERX

Are you developing breakthrough solutions to keep our nation strong? 💪 We’re Unleashing American Ingenuity, accelerating innovation that boosts lethality and keeps the @usairforce and @spaceforcedod ahead of evolving threats. Join us! 👉 linktr.ee/afwerxsocial

Are you developing breakthrough tech that could strengthen the @usairforce or @spaceforcedod❓ We’re accelerating emerging technologies to boost warfighter readiness and stay ahead of tomorrow’s challenges. Make an impact where it matters most. 👉 linktr.ee/afwerxsocial

🚀 SpaceWERX has awarded a D2P2 contract to Rocket Propulsion Systems to develop a next-gen space tug powered by its Centurion engine — designed to move 80 kg payloads with speed & agility. This investment advances the @SpaceForceDoD mission.🔗payloadspace.com/spacewerx-awar…

DID YOU KNOW ⁉️ In FY24, AFWERX & SpaceWERX: 💪 Secured $1.5M for Airmen/Guardian-led projects 💲 Awarded $97M via Challenge program ⚙️ Invested $1.8B in dual-use tech ↘️ Transitioned 470+ companies to Phase III ($1.44B) 🔗 afwerx.com/wp-content/upl… 🌐 spacewerx.us

🚀 Space: The Ultimate High Ground. @SpaceForceDoD is teaming up with AFWERX & SpaceWERX Challenges to accelerate space superiority solutions, from rapid threat response to next-gen orbital tech. Stay tuned for success stories from gov trailblazers 🔗 afwerxchallenge.com

🚨 BIG NEWS: The PY26.1 STRATFI Notice of Opportunity opens Jul 28! Run by AFWERX & SpaceWERX, STRATFI offers funds to help Phase II SBIR/STTR awardees scale strategic tech for the warfighter. 📅 AMA kicks off Jul 24: afwerx.com/events/py26-1-… 🔗 afwerx.com/divisions/afve…

🗣️ REGISTRATION OPEN: Join us for Joint DoDx Office Hours at Fed Supernova 2025! Meet 1:1 with us & DoD partners to talk programs, submissions & DAF needs. 📅 Aug 19 | ⏰ 1–5pm CT | 📍 Capital Factory 🔒 Register by Jul 29: diu.mil/latest/defense… More: afwerx.com/events/2025-fe…

💡 Building space tech with warfighting potential? Discover how SpaceWERX & SBIR funding can help! Join our next virtual Launchpad Session to learn how to navigate funding, scale dual-use tech & boost readiness. 📅 July 24 | 🕥 3–4 p.m. ET 🔗 Register: spacewerx.us/events/launchp…

Missed last week’s AMA on @usairforce & @spaceforcedod 25.5/E Release 10 Open Topic Phase I❓ No problem! 📽️ Recording & 📄 slides now available: linktr.ee/afwerxsocial Have a tech that boosts warfighting? 💡 Apply by Aug 5: afwerx.com/divisions/vent…

Last chance - Applications for the August cohort of the AFWERX Refinery close tomorrow! The Refinery can help you overcome transition barriers and turn innovation into operational impact. 💥 📥 Apply now: afwerx.experience.crmforce.mil/Refinery/s/

Joining us at Fed Supernova 2025 in Austin? 💥👍 We’re teaming up with @DeptofDefense & gov partners to host Joint Office Hours to talk programs & DAF priorities with innovators! 📅 Aug 19 ⏰ 1–5pm CT 📍 Capital Factory Registration coming soon. More: afwerx.com/events/2025-fe…

AFWERX is taking over the 2025 AFA Air, Space & Cyber Conference with our biggest-ever Spark Street! ⚡ Meet @usairforce & @spaceforcedod innovators, join briefings & office hours, and boost warfighting readiness. 🗓️ Sept 22–24 📍 Booth #MB101 Details: afwerx.com/events/2025-af…

Are you working on solutions that could strengthen our nation’s defense? 💪 We’re accelerating innovation to deliver capabilities that enhance lethality and keep the @usairforce and @spaceforcedod ahead of tomorrow’s threats. Drive innovation forward. 👉 linktr.ee/afwerxsocial

The AFWERX Refinery is now accepting project submissions! We’re looking for government-led efforts that are: 🔸 Hitting transition barriers 🔸 Struggling to align with funding 🔸 Ready to scale but stuck at the local unit level Apply by July 18. ow.ly/l03t50Wnf2U

🚀 @ussf_ssc opened its new Medium Earth Orbit Space Operations Center (MSOC) in CO—a big boost to readiness! 🛰️⚡ MSOC fuses real-time satellite data to track missile threats 24/7. SpaceWERX helps drive innovation here via SBIR partnerships. More: ssc.spaceforce.mil/Newsroom/Artic…

🗞️ Big news: AFWERX & SpaceWERX are back at Fed Supernova 2025! ⚙️ 📣 Innovators: join us Aug 19–21 in Austin for panels, networking, and DoDx Joint Office Hours to explore defense innovation and mission-critical tech needs. Register now: fedsupernova.com/page/5002202/r…

ICYMI: The 25.5/E Release 10 Open Topic Phase I funding is open! Join our AMA webinar this Thurs at noon ET to get your questions answered & tips to boost your submission. 🖥️ Register: tinyurl.com/25-5E-AMA 📩 Find proposal template and apply by Aug 5: afwerx.com/divisions/vent…

💡Join our next Launchpad Session— virtual deep dive into the SBIR program and the SpaceWERX pipeline. Unlock funding, navigate the process, and advance your dual-use technology. 📅 Jul 10 🕥 noon - 1:00 p.m. PT 📍El Segundo, CA 🔗 Save your spot: spacewerx.us/events/launchp…

🚀 The 25.5/E Release 10 Open Topic Phase I is now open! AFWERX is funding feasibility studies aligning with @usairforce & @spaceforcedod needs. 📅 Register for Jul 10 AMA, noon ET: zoomgov.com/webinar/regist… 📩 View proposal template and apply by Aug 5: afwerx.com/divisions/vent…

⏳ Time’s running out! The AFWERX & SpaceWERX Manufacturing Challenge closes in 1 week. Got bold ideas to transform defense manufacturing? Help scale advanced production & equip warfighters faster. 🛠️💡 Submit by July 9: afwerxchallenge.com/mfgchallenge