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Laser Source R&D / Engineering Consultant

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SBIR / STTR

Response Deadline12/02/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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The Laser Source R&D / Engineering Consultant subcontract supports US Navy high-energy laser projects by providing specialized research and development to determine technical feasibility. The scope of work involves designing laser architecture, calculating thermal loads, and simulating beam propagation within the SWIR spectrum utilizing dedicated simulation software and test benches. Key deliverables include performance simulations, design schematics, and comprehensive technical feasibility reports. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 541710, specifically targeting firms with fewer than 500 employees in accordance with SBIR/STTR mandates. Due to the technical complexity of the requirements, the role demands PhD-level expertise in optical physics or photonics. Interested parties must submit their responses by December 2, 2026.

General Info

PhD-level laser R&D for US Navy high-energy projects; responses due December 2, 2026.

Agency

Department of Defense → United States Navy

NAICS

541710 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of DON27BZ02-NV025.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Innovative Shortwave Infrared High Energy Laser Source and Coupled Imager

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Timeline

PostedNov 4

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Response DeadlineDec 2

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12/02/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTCin 26 days

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AgencyDepartment of Defense → United States Navy

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Organization / AgencyDepartment of Defense → United States Navy

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Performs research and development for prime contractors on US Navy high-energy laser projects to determine technical feasibility. Designs laser architecture, calculates thermal loads, and simulates beam propagation for the SWIR spectrum using laser simulation software and test benches. Requires PhD-level expertise in photonics or optical physics. Delivers technical feasibility reports, design schematics, and performance simulations.

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