Defense Innovation Acceleration (DIA)

In FY 2025, JUST transitions to NAVSEA PMS 394 and PMS 406, and the Office of Naval Research’s (ONR) Full-Spectrum Undersea Warfare Project.

In FY 2025, AML will transition the prototype launcher and technical data package to PEO Missiles and Space, Strategic and Operational Rockets and Missiles (PM STORM) Project Office, Field Artillery Launchers (FAL) Division.

In FY 2025, the BEYOND processor will be matured and tested, and will conduct an operational demonstration with a military utility assessment at an OUSD(R&E) T-REX event featuring small and large UAS threats. When complete, the BEYOND prototype will be delivered to U.S. Air Force Europe (USAF-E) Ramstein Air Defense Sector Integration…

In FY 2025, CAPE transitions to the USSF's SSC, with initial deployments focused on the National Space Defense Center (NSDC).

In FY 2025, HAYFINS will complete a final prototype of the hardware and software package and conduct a military utility assessment. HAYFINS will transition system architecture, software, and prototype hardware to support acquisition activities for PEO Intelligence, Electronic Warfare, and Sensors.

In FY 2025, J-RTS transitions to the U.S. Navy's PMW 120 Ship's Signal Exploitation Equipment Increment Foxtrot program of record, and U.S. Space Force’s (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) program of record utilizing a web version of the Integrated Solutions for Situational Awareness (ISSA).

In FY 2025, LRAM will conduct an operational demonstration and transition to PEO Air, ASW, Assault, and Special Mission Programs, PEO Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons, and PMA 2-24 under the Joint Air-to-Ground Munition (JAGM) program of record.

In FY 2025, RLAC transitions the final prototypes of the sUAS and UGV with autonomy and communications packages and standoff neutralization systems to PEO Unmanned and Small Combatants and PMS 408 for use by U.S. Joint Service Explosive Ordnance Disposal military teams.

In FY 2025, ShadowCat will conduct a technical demonstration, operational demonstration, and a military utility assessment. ShadowCat will transition to a classified program of record.

In FY 2025, prototype development continued for the following technologies: JEP3L, LiRA, Sandals, and REEF. In addition, the Services, Joint Staff, and CCMDs identified FLEX for accelerated development to fill identified gaps. Additional projects will be selected and initiated during the year of execution.

In FY 2025, Kinetic Calypso will perform at sea demonstrations to establish key performance parameters, demonstrate kinetic effects, and select upgraded weapons.

In FY 2025, Maritime Platform ORCAstrate will continue experimentation on unmanned surface platforms while refining the command-and-control systems. Participation in technical and operational demonstrations will buy down risk associated with the integration of autonomy, sensors, and communications hardware onto platforms designed with a…

In FY 2025, CSSN will conduct modeling, simulation, planning, and execution of multiple tracking exercises in preparation for a series of live fire engagements in FY 2027.

In FY 2025, RiBN-SDT will design and build the space-airborne ground prototypes and deploy the prototypes for user feedback.

In FY 2025, Scabbard Dome will mature a prototype and perform hardened seeker validation tests.

In FY 2025, SHOOTER will test multi-node data transport and optimized fast switching capability, while managing the underlying dynamic nature of air platforms and distributed ground users.

In FY 2025, ULS-SS will integrate MHE into the craft, demonstrate ship-to-shore capability, and conduct developmental testing and fleet exercises.

SAP will continue providing integrated operational management with joint Service and CCMD direct participation in shaping and executing operational prototypes. Sponsor and execute projects selected by OUSW(R&E) leadership that are fully SAP informed and synchronized.

In FY 2025, CICERO will continue development before transitioning, in FY 2026, to the Defense Intelligence Agency Analysis and Integration Office for deployment within the Defense Intelligence All-Source Analysis Enterprise (DIAAE) production workflows. CICERO will reach initial operational capability in FY 2027 at USINDOPACOM and/or…

In FY 2025, JUICE BOX will conduct a preliminary demonstration, with prospective transition to USSOCOM in FY 2026.

In FY 2025, LUCAS L700 will deliver additional prototypes and be tested at various exercises to demonstrate feasibility. LUCAS L700 systems will undergo weapon development, safety, and certification with both the Army and Navy, before transitioning to the USMC.

In FY 2025, PMASKC Acceleration will evaluate sensors from multiple modalities to feed the fusion engine. When completed, the PMASK Acceleration track correlator will be available for further experimentation by the Services.

In FY 2025, BEATLE will integrate new payloads and apertures into the developed platform and begin to implement and test the required system changes.

CONAER will conduct a land/sea packaging exercise and design a delivery method for the operational demonstration (Op Demo) and military utility assessment (MUA).

In FY 2025, CLOBBER S2 will demonstrate the SHARC prototype, test networking and autonomy capabilities, and complete the design for the SHARC 45-foot prototype.

In FY 2025, SIREN will integrate onto unmanned surface vessels (USVs) and be tested against various radar systems. Through this process, SIREN’s emissions will be fine-tuned. This system is modular payload compliant, ensuring it is capable of being utilized across a broad spectrum of vessels.

In FY 2025, Talon SPEAR will focus on domestic protection, and verify that all effects can run concurrently, without conflicts and within processing limits. The project will demonstrate integration of the CORIAN aperture and SPEAR server software and hardware and upgrade the existing hardware.

In FY 2027, project GSR will conduct initial testing followed by a technical demonstration and an operational demonstration with a military utility assessment

In FY 2027, project MCM SoS will conduct initial testing followed by a technical demonstration and an operational demonstration with a military utility assessment.

T-REX will expand cross domain integration, incorporate additional technologies and refine techniques, data collection, data and knowledge management.

DIA intends to initiate Kill Web Interoperability efforts in support of emergent operational gaps in collaboration with the joint Services and CCMDs.

DIA intends to initiate Resilient Communications efforts in support of emergent operational gaps in collaboration with the Joint Services and CCMDs.

In FY 2027, DIA intends to initiate Sensors and Data Analytics efforts in support of emergent operational gaps in collaboration with the joint Services and CCMDs.

In FY 2027, DIA intends to initiate Collaborative Multi-Domain Autonomy efforts in support of emergent operational gaps in collaboration with the joint Services and CCMDs.

In FY 2027, DIA intends to initiate Contested Logistics / Sustainment efforts in support of emergent operational gaps in collaboration with the joint Services and CCMDs.

In FY 2027, DIA intends to initiate Weapons Kinetic / Non-Kinetic Effects efforts in support of emergent operational gaps in collaboration with the joint Services and CCMDs.

In FY 2027, DIA intends to initiate Experimentation, Prototypes, and Enablers efforts in support of emergent operational gaps in collaboration with the joint Services and CCMDs. Execute a focused Experimentation and Assessment campaign leveraging J‑REX, CCMD, and Service‑level events to rapidly validate technologies that close critical…

Completion of 13x FY 2026 Agile Reaction Tests, National Defense Strategy (NDS) & MEIA Joint Operational Problems Review, and Execution of 13x FY27 Agile Reaction Tests.

(U) The program will conduct engineering feasibility studies and analysis to inform the development of system prototypes. The effort will prioritize technology solutions that demonstrate general military utility and can be rapidly integrated into form, fit, and function prototypes. Concurrently, this program will establish a strategic…