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Important AFWERX SBIR Update: New Deadlines The previously anticipated deadlines of Phase I in September and D2P2 in November have been pushed back to October and March respectively. The graphic below is from their website, which was updated earlier this morning. This should allow you more time to solidify your end-user and customer memorandum for these opportunities. #DoD #AirForce #SBIR #Grants #AFWERX

USAF: Opportunities w/ CRG's Advice on Key Differentiators: This contract, centered on the development of a sophisticated virtual environment for distributed training operations, emphasizes the strategic importance of cutting-edge simulation technologies in preparing USAF for the complexities of modern combat scenarios. Companies aiming to excel in this domain should focus on the following areas to differentiate themselves and secure similar high-value work: 1. Advanced Simulation Technologies: Investing in the development of immersive and highly realistic virtual training environments is crucial. These environments must support large-scale exercises and diverse training scenarios, enabling realistic and effective training experiences. Emphasize the creation of highly detailed and adaptable simulation frameworks that can integrate with existing systems. 2. Interoperability Standards: Establishing and adhering to robust interoperability standards is essential to ensure seamless data sharing and collaborative training across different platforms and security levels. Developing common data formats and communication protocols will enhance training efficiency and enable joint operations. 3. Security Solutions for Training Platforms: Providing secure training platforms that enable personnel from different security levels to train together without compromising data integrity or operational security is paramount. Solutions must include advanced encryption, access control, and real-time monitoring to safeguard sensitive information during joint and coalition training operations. 4. Scalable and Flexible Solutions: Developing scalable training solutions that can adapt to the evolving needs of the Air Force and other military branches is a key differentiator. Flexibility in deployment, customization options, and modular design will ensure that training systems remain relevant and effective in dynamic operational environments. 5. Integration with Emerging Technologies: Leveraging emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and augmented reality can enhance the realism and effectiveness of training simulations. Integrating these technologies into training platforms will provide more accurate scenario modeling, real-time feedback, and adaptive training experiences. Tap into CRG's expertise in navigating the complexities of pre- and post-award phases. Our expertise in capture/BD, B&P, pricing, and strategic planning ensures that your organization is well-positioned to win and manage high-value work. Visit crgroupinc.com or reach out to us at [email protected] to learn more about how CRG can empower your organization. #IL - #VA - #DC - #Dubai, #UAE. #DefenseContracting #AirForceTraining #SimulationTechnology #USAF #DoD #DistributedTraining #CombatTraining #MilitaryInnovation #Interoperability #DefenseTechnology #MilitaryTraining #Innovation #NorthropGrumman #USAirForce #DefenseIndustry #StrategicPlanning #DIB

Slowly, deliberately, the #Ukrainian #F16 enterprise is taking shape. #Pilottraining in this instance in the #UK. And #Netherlands https://lnkd.in/eHKKzEH4 being the latest nation to confirm its intentions to provide airframes. #HalldaleGroup and #MS&T https://lnkd.in/gUHA3qBu will continue following and commenting on this development.

KBR, Inc. has secured key contracts for MQ-4C Triton Support in Australia! KBR has been awarded pivotal contracts to support the MQ-4C Triton's aeronautical and geospatial needs, mission planning network development, and mission planning. This initiative builds on KBR's expertise in remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) and underscores their significant role in advancing Australia's Defence capabilities. For Australian businesses, this represents a golden opportunity to participate in a high-profile Defence project. These contracts involve intricate technical work, including surveying airfields and developing complex mission plans. This signifies the increasing demand for diverse skills and services in the Defence sector, where your business could contribute. Our federal government’s policy on Australian Industry Capability (AIC) requires companies delivering contracts like this one to maximise the use of local Australian businesses to deliver Defence capability. Do you operate an SME looking to enter the Defence industry? AIC Connect is here to help. Reach out to explore how your business can become a part of projects like this one, enhancing Australia's maritime surveillance capabilities. #DefenceInnovation #KBR #MQ4CTriton #AustralianSMEs #DefenceOpportunities

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UNSAT. Unsatisfactory - synonyms include – inadequate, unacceptable, substandard. Ouch. That one hurt, but it was 30+ years ago. This was not the first and certainly wasn’t the last unsat during #USAF pilot #training. This was a written test for T-37 boldface. Boldface are the immediate actions a pilot must take to ensure safety of the crew and plane. Largely considered non-negotiable, must be accurate, precisely completed and must be memorized. Thus important. #Failure will happen. It is widely said “failure is not an option.” That may be true, but it certainly is a potential outcome in every endeavor. The choice we have when fail at something is rather #simple. We can #learn from it or not. We can learn as an individual, #team, #company or #organization. Victory Strategies We can take time to take inventory of what went well, what didn’t and where to #improve. It is up to you and your team.  You have the voice and vote in this I took time to re-learn the boldface and passed the next day and eventually graduated. Enjoy this week"s #wednesdaywisdom Failure is success in progress – Albert Einstein If you never known failure, you will never know success - Sugar Ray Leonard Failures are a part of life. If you don’t fail, you don’t learn. If you don’t learn, you’ll never change - Unknown.

To say that the past few years have been nothing but blessings is an understatement. Timing and persistence have been a huge factor on the success of A-PRT. The inception of A-PRT lives at Al Udeid AB, where in 2021 there was a demand for a faster, and more organized method to filter deployed members traveling from the Air Base to their home station. I want to thank Mr. Sergio Barrios for introducing me to the capabilities SharePoint can provide. MSgt Ret. Brad Maney for trusting that we could leverage SharePoint as a form of creating a low code no code solution to our problem. SMSgt Ret. Dustin Wills for pushing the idea forward. CMSgt Lawrence Ballinger, BA, PMP for entrusting and introducing me to IMSC team, CMSgt Daniel Johnsin for his support in my transition to the IMSC Pax team, and Tesseract. Mr. Darryl Hamilton, Mrs. Gina Hoover, Mr. Nils Stinson and SMSgt Jewell Allen for the continuous journey I have made yall a part of to provide a better PCS experience not just to our customers but to the TMO offices. Finally, I want to thank Tesseract AF for your continues support, not just with A-PRT but entrusting me as your first fellow, and allowing me to be a part of the journey of defining what that mean for the future fellows that come after me. To those that seek a way to solve problems, that enjoy re-organizing a warehouse for max efficiency, I say keep on going. Don’t allow one person to tell you no, or give you a set back on what you feel in your heart is the solution to a problem. Challenge the status quo… don’t arrive with complaint to a problem if you have not already thought of a solution. Stay persistent and have passion for making an effective change for a better work environment. 

Our Refinery Innovation Accelerator's 12th cohort is in full swing and the teams are making great progress! Team UALS E-Gun is currently at the Logistics Officers Association Symposium making connections and sparking interest in their Electric Powered Universal Ammunition Loading System accessory. MSgt Benjamin Husser (Geaux Guard) MSgt Gilberto Garza, Mr. Alexander Barnett, and Capt Joseph Fisher Eglin Air Force Base have been busy all week engaging with the United States Department of the Air Force community of end-users to help their fellow Airmen with a tool that can optimize the process for loading ammo into fighters, save costs, and improve their QOL. "If I saw a WPNS or AMMO patch I talked to them," said MSgt Husser in his report back to his Refinery support team. "They all agreed this was much needed and would make the job a lot easier." The Refinery's curriculum provided the team with validated tools and methodologies to help them prepare their efforts for potential institutional adoption. This includes effective communication skills and pitch-coaching training, which proved valuable when DAF Senior Leadership stopped by to learn more about these Airmen's innovative technology. MSgt Husser says this alone shows why it's important to practice the pitches at the Refinery as much as they did. "You never know, you think you're just giving the same pitch again to just another random person that wandered into the booth, and the person you're pitching to is actually a homerun that you desperately needed to push your project to that next level. So, it shows why we give 100% no matter who we are talking to about a project." Learn more about the Refinery: https://ow.ly/jVhO50R4AOe . . . #AFWERX #Spark #Refinery #Airmen #USAF #event #innovation #DAF

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Aircraft Mechanic – A Growing Demand ✈️🚁🔧 As part of our department, Aerostructures & MRO, Kongsberg Aviation Maintenance Services AS (KAMS) supply maintenance, repair and modification services for aircraft, helicopters, components and field equipment to the Forsvaret - Norwegian Armed Forces and other military and civilian organizations. Every year, KAMS welcomes a group of ambitious apprentices. Odin is one of them – well on his way to specializing in avionics for F-16 fighter jets. "At KAMS, we operate with a JUST culture, which focuses on the cause of errors rather than blaming individuals. This approach is crucial for learning, development, and fostering a positive culture. Additionally, I take pride in the work I do. It's rewarding to contribute to putting Norway on the map through important work." 🔗 Curious about KAMS and their dedicated employees in helicopter, engine, and fixed-wing aircraft roles? Read the full article here: https://brnw.ch/21wIocY #KAMS #Aviation #MRO