Since 1958, DARPA has held to an enduring mission: To create technological surprise for U.S. national security.

DARPA programs focus on the fundamental research required to establish proof of concept. Performer teams define the path for putting new technologies into use in service of our …

Jun 2, 2015 · Work with DARPA Be part of a cutting-edge research and development agency that’s pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, in an energetic environment with excellent …

As the world changes dramatically – and even the pace of change itself increases – DARPA seeks to engage the best ideas across specialties, communities, and perspectives to solve the …

Managed by our technical offices, DARPA programs span the laboratory and applied sciences and advanced engineering disciplines. Typically structured in phases, each program tackles …

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News Update Aug 27, 2025 From fragile to field-ready: RoQS program launches first... DARPA has officially launched Phase 1 of its RoQS program, a groundbreaking effort to make …

Aug 8, 2025 · A cyber reasoning system (CRS) designed by Team Atlanta is the winner of the DARPA AI Cyber Challenge (AIxCC), a two-year, first-of-its-kind competition in collaboration …

DARPA seeks compelling contributions from partners and allies for collaborative work, ultimately benefiting both nations national security. Beyond government-to-government engagement, …

Feb 6, 2025 · Over 50 experts from DARPA’s test and evaluation team have exhaustively examined both companies’ specific technical approaches, their detailed plans for fault-tolerant …