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As the innovation arm of the Department of the Air Force we cultivate and transition impactful emerging technologies to deter and win wars

Active Opportunities to Engage Today!

Active Opportunities to Engage Today!

2026 MDA Innovate Tech Forum

2026 MDA Innovate Tech Forum

Looking to connect your technology with real defense needs? Join AFWERX and SpaceWERX at the 2026 Innovate Tech Forum in Huntsville, Alabama, July 21-23.

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Pre-Release Period Now Open: 26.BZ Release 4 Specific Topic

Pre-Release Period Now Open: 26.BZ Release 4 Specific Topic

During the pre-release period, you have a limited opportunity to engage directly with topic authors, ask questions, gain clarity on requirements, and refine your approach before submissions open on Wednesday, July 22.

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Stay connected with AFWERX and SpaceWERX! Customize your AFWERX Alerts preferences and receive the updates, funding opportunities and announcements most relevant to you—right in your inbox.

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Webinar Recording: PY26.2 TACFI Notice of Opportunity: Ask Me Anything (AMA)

Webinar Recording: PY26.2 TACFI Notice of Opportunity (June 4)

Catch up on the “PY26.2 TACFI Notice of Opportunity: Ask Me Anything (AMA) Webinar” – watch the recording and view the slides!

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Now Open! 26.BZ Release 3 Specific Topic

Now Open! 26.BZ Release 3 Specific Topic

AFWERX is seeking novel technologies in these areas to help solve some of the United States Air Force’s most pressing challenges. If your solution can deliver mission impact, now is the time to act! Submit by July 22.

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