For decades, aerospace and defense programs followed a familiar pattern: define requirements, finalize designs, then validate at the end of the process. That model assumed time was available to manage surprises.
Preserving small business status and understanding foreign ownership, control, or influence (FOCI) disclosure obligations and associated requirements and restrictions are two common early challenges for venture-backed companies. This article outlines these key considerations and risks to keep top of mind for VC investments in early-stage companies that are seeking or have been awarded federal contracts or grants.
The space industry is evolving at a breakneck pace, with government and commercial players alike under pressure to deploy satellites faster, cheaper, and more securely. For many, the hidden cost lies not in launch or hardware, but in the complex world of mission operations. That’s where Quindar, a three-and-a-half-year-old startup, is establishing itself. “Everyone has […]
US defense programs face an increasingly urgent demand: deliver more capable systems, more often, to address agile adversaries. DoD must modernize how it develops and acquires complex platforms—from aircraft, to satellites, to autonomous systems. Software engineering has embraced agile development—meaning continuous integration, by building, testing, and refining systems. Yet hardware design remains stuck in the […]
