United States Department of the Air Force
Arlington, Virginiaaf.mil
Overview
The United States Department of the Air Force (DAF) is a branch of the U.S. military that provides non-dilutive funding to startups and small businesses through contracts and grants to foster innovation for defense applications. It operates several programs, most notably through AFWERX, which manages the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| QuSecure | Mar 2026 | Grant | Co-investor |
| PNI Sensor Corporation | Jan 2026 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Atolio | Dec 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Firehawk Aerospace | Sep 2025 | Grant | - |
| Colossus Computing, Inc. | Sep 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
