Mission


Defense Horizon is dedicated to advancing and integrating essential soldier systems and technologies.

Utilizing Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADA), we create collaborative projects and events, uniting defense companies, innovators, and military personnel with force modernization initiatives.

Our goal is to significantly reduce the time to product readiness and acquisition.

We maintain this mission through stringent regulatory compliance, ensuring our program structure and management strictly adhere to Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR).

What we offer

Cooperative Research and Development Programs

Establishing and executing Overarching Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (OCRADAs) that facilitate collaborative efforts between the Department of Defense (DoD), defense companies, and innovators.

Operational Testing and Evaluation (OT&E) Oversight

Committed to conducting facilitated Operational Test and Evaluations (OT&Es) with a robust framework that emphasizes integrity, impartiality, and adherence to regulatory standards. The structure, management, and oversight of DH's OT&Es are meticulously designed to ensure transparency, maintain confidentiality, and mitigate conflicts of interest.

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