Computational Modeling and Simulation Tools Development

The contract seeks the development of advanced computational modeling and simulation tools to accurately predict the performance of rocket-based combined cycle and ramjet-derived rocket engines across the full range of flight conditions. This effort requires integrated modeling of fluid dynamics, combustion processes, and structural response to generate high-fidelity simulations capable of validating engine behavior under extreme thermal, pressure, and aerodynamic loads encountered during hypersonic flight. The models must be rigorously validated against physical test data to ensure predictive accuracy and reliability in supporting next-generation propulsion system design. Performance is required at Edwards, California, with a submission deadline of August 10, 2026, and the solicitation was posted on July 10, 2026. It is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541512 for scientific and technical consulting services, with the Department of Defense through the Air Force Research Laboratory's Edwards AFB office serving as the overseeing agency. While details regarding set-aside status and point of contact are not provided, the work will directly support defense aerospace propulsion capabilities and demands expertise in multiphysics simulation, high-performance computing, and experimental data correlation.