Workforce Innovations Supporting Hypersonics (WISH) | Project No. 25-14

OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW:

Coming Soon Notice - Posted on 10 September 2025

Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane and the Joint Hypersonics Transition Office (JHTO) are preparing to launch a prototype project focused on innovative, sustainable workforce development prototypes that support systems-level testing and manufacturing for hypersonics and high-end aerospace platforms. This effort, titled Workforce Innovation Supporting Hypersonics (WISH), aims to develop and implement scalable training models that equip U.S. citizens with hands-on experience and technical skills essential to the hypersonics ecosystem.

Key Areas of Interest include:

1. Experiential education programs targeting technical and engineering skills applicable to hypersonic systems manufacturing and testing

2. Industry-academic partnerships designed to address evolving workforce demands in propulsion, advanced materials, and system integration

3. Scalable workforce development models with replicability across educational institutions and manufacturing hubs

The prototype development period of performance for WISH Other Transaction Authority (OTA) awards will be determined following the release of the Request for Solutions (RFS) and based on selected performers’ proposed timelines.

To view the full Coming Soon notice, please fill out the 'Request to See Documents' form on the right side of the page.

TEAMING OPPORTUNITIES:

Interested in collaborating on the opportunity? There are multiple ways to connect with potential partners. Organizations can opt into the teaming list to share and receive contact information or explore companies that presented during the virtual Innovator NETWORX teaming event. These resources are designed to help you identify complementary capabilities and form effective partnerships.

Ways to Engage:

• Access the Innovator NETWORX Teaming Event Resources: During the virtual Innovator NETWORX teaming session held on 23 September 2025 at 1:00 PM ET, organizations had 3-5 minutes to present their capabilities. You can access the slide deck by filling out the Key Document Request form on the right.
• Join the Teaming List: If you’re interested in teaming for this opportunity, we encourage you to fill out the form below to be added to the teaming list. By submitting your information, you consent to sharing your details with other companies who also request access to the list.
  • Important Note: Note that the teaming list will be updated on a rolling basis, but you will not receive notifications each time a new company is added; you’ll need to revisit the link to see the most recent updates. Workforce Innovations Supporting Hypersonics (WISH): Teaming List

Interested in submitting?

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