Multiphysics Simulation & Modeling for Thermal Systems

The contract seeks the development of high-fidelity computational models capable of simulating the coupled thermal, fluid, and structural interactions that occur under extreme operational environments, particularly hypersonic flight and exposure to directed energy systems. The work demands advanced multiphysics simulation capabilities to accurately predict material response, heat transfer dynamics, and structural integrity under intense thermal and mechanical loads, requiring expertise in computational mechanics, numerical methods, and experimental validation. The goal is to enable predictive design and performance analysis for next-generation aerospace systems operating in previously uncharacterized conditions. This is a subcontract opportunity issued by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency under the Department of Defense, categorized under NAICS code 541715 for research and development in physical, engineering, and life sciences. The solicitation was posted on July 31, 2026, with a response deadline of September 30, 2026. While specific performance location and point of contact details are not provided, the work is tied to national defense objectives requiring highly specialized technical capability. The absence of set-aside designations indicates it is open to all qualified applicants, with the expectation that proposers possess proven experience in high-fidelity multiphysics modeling and demonstrated success in defense-relevant simulation projects.