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Three axis stabilized environmentally sealed infrared search and track payload

Solicitation ID26.BZ
Agency
DOD
USAF
Deadline
Jun 24, 2026
15 days left
Posted Date
May 6, 2026
Classification
SBIR
Phase: Phase II

SBIR Opportunity Analysis

The U.S. Air Force is seeking a low-cost, low-size/weight/power, environmentally sealed three-axis stabilized infrared search and track payload for Group 2/3 unmanned aerial systems to detect and track small UAS at extended range. The work calls for detailed design of the pointing and stabilization system, a Critical Design Review, and a prototype sealed payload package that includes hardware and software, plus the safety-of-flight data needed by USAF and/or FAA authorities. Key requirements include IP54 environmental sealing, compensation for UAV motion and jitter, raw sensor data at 60 frames per second over Ethernet, command and control, accurate line-of-sight pointing data, and on-gimbal inertial measurement, with size, weight, power, and cost targets also specified. The effort is a Direct-to-Phase-II SBIR topic with no Phase I awards, requires prior feasibility evidence and disclosure of any proposed foreign-national participation under ITAR/EAR, and is due June 24, 2026.

SBIR Documents

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Opportunity Snapshot

Source SystemOfficial Link
Program Type
SBIR - Phase II
Agency
DOD / USAF

Key Dates

Release DateMay 6, 2026
Open DateMay 27, 2026
Application DueJun 24, 2026
Close DateJun 24, 2026