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Space Force Awards $981 Million Contract for National Space Test and Training Complex to 15 Companies.

Aug 03, 2026•6 days ago

Contract Type

contract

PacificBiotechnologyArtificial IntelligenceVenture CapitalConsulting

Description

The Space Force has chosen 15 firms to compete in a $981 million contract for the NITE-STAR initiative, focusing on building test and training infrastructure. This 10-year effort aims to enhance training capabilities for Guardians in complex space environments.

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Company

Multiple Companies

Location

Pacific, New York, United States

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The hiring events mentioned in the paragraph are related to various companies, including Builder.ai, Ellucian, Moonbeam, Joint Global Change Research Institute, Ascend.vc, Parse Biosciences, and Space Northwest. Builder.ai is a London-based software development startup utilizing AI and other technology to assist companies in building and maintaining apps across different sectors. Ellucian is an edtech company based in Reston, Va. Moonbeam offers tech consulting services, including market intelligence reports and strategic sourcing. The Joint Global Change Research Institute is a partnership between the U.S. Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and the University of Maryland. Ascend.vc is a Seattle venture capital firm. Parse Biosciences is a Seattle biotech startup. Space Northwest is a non-profit organization focused on the growth of the Pacific Northwest aerospace industry.

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