Pioneering Aerospace Capabilities, Engineering and Research (PACER)
Last verified by NonDilute: 2026-06-08. Official notice and agency instructions control.
If you're building aerospace or aeronautical engineering capabilities, this 20-year Air Force program offers a rare long-term federal funding pathway with no restrictions on applicant type.
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What this is
The Pioneering Aerospace Capabilities, Engineering and Research (PACER) program is an Air Force Research Lab initiative designed to advance next-generation aerospace technologies, engineering methods, and research capabilities. With a 20-year funding window (2023–2043) and unrestricted eligibility, it targets foundational and applied research that strengthens U.S. aerospace innovation. Specific technical focus areas, award amounts, and detailed requirements are not provided in this posting, requiring further review of official solicitation documents.
Who can apply
Open to any entity type—including small businesses, startups, universities, nonprofits, and established companies—subject to any restrictions clarified in the full solicitation's 'Additional Information on Eligibility' section. U.S. citizenship or entity registration may be required; see full solicitation for details.
Eligible applicant types
- Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"
Full description — from the agency
Pioneering Aerospace Capabilities, Engineering and Research (PACER)
Topics: aerospace research · air force funding · engineering innovation · sbir alternative · defense technology
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