RF Frontend Design (RFE) on Gallium Nitride on Silicon (GaN-on-Si) Open Topic
SBIR Opportunity Analysis
The Defense Microelectronics Activity, under DoD SBIR topic DMEA254-P001, is seeking design, development, and demonstration of a low-noise amplifier and power amplifier in GlobalFoundries’ 200-mm GaN-on-Si technology to improve radio system output power density, linearity, and efficiency for military and commercial use. The work covers feasibility studies in Phase I and, in later phases, fabrication, packaging, characterization, and testing of functional LNA and PA prototypes, along with delivery of samples, test boards, methods, and a full technical data package. The effort emphasizes compliance with GlobalFoundries design and manufacturing rules, simulation across process, supply, and temperature variations to military range, and, in Phase II, performance by a DMEA-accredited Trusted Supplier. Proposals are due May 13, 2026, and the government may provide access to GlobalFoundries 130RFG1 MPW/shuttle run silicon space up to a 50 mm2 tile, subject to availability and mutually determined schedule.