A BRIGHT PATH AHEAD

Bright Path Research LLC Advances Innovation in National Security Through SBA SDVOSB Mentor-Protégé JV Program

Huntsville, AL – February, 2025

Bright Path Research LLC (BPR), a groundbreaking collaboration between Radiance Technologies Incorporated and Offset Strategic Services (OSS), announces its innovative partnership under the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) approved Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Mentor-Protégé Joint Venture Program. Guided by the combined expertise of Bill Bailey, CEO of Radiance, and TJ Wright, President and Founder of OSS, BPR is set to redefine the defense industry through cutting-edge research and development (R&D) solutions.

This partnership unites two powerhouse organizations:

Radiance Technologies Incorporated, an award-winning engineering leader with a presence in 26 U.S. locations, renowned for driving innovation and delivering enterprise-level solutions worldwide, and
Offset Strategic Services, Recognized as the Veteran-Owned Business of the Year in the nation’s largest DoD-centric research region, recognized for its mission-critical expertise and commitment to innovation.

"This collaboration brings together the best of both worlds Radiance’s extensive infrastructure and reach and OSS’s Operator-led agility allowing us to deliver transformative R&D solutions for national security," said TJ Wright, President of OSS.

BPR’s R&D Focus Areas:
BPR focuses on developing advanced technologies tailored to the evolving needs of today’s warfighters, including:

Smaller, more powerful modular laser systems designed for operational sustainment.
Cost-effective Directed Energy Weapons (DEWs) to address emerging mission demands.
Cutting-edge capabilities in Artificial Intelligence (AI), and supercomputing for edge operations.

Core Capabilities:

State-of-the-art, high-security facilities for handling sensitive projects.
CUI-compliant systems accredited by DCMA and validated under the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program.
Advanced engineering systems with expertise in:
- Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
- AS9100D-certified prototype development
- Testing systems for High Energy Laser and High Power Microwave technologies.

Industry Leadership and Compliance:
Bright Path Research is among the top 50 DoD contractors to achieve government-validated Level 2 CMMC certification, placing it at the forefront of cybersecurity compliance in 2025. The company’s dedication to Special Access Programs (SAPs) further strengthens its ability to support critical defense missions at the highest levels of security.

Key Differentiators:

Agility and Capability: Rapidly responding to customer needs with innovative solutions.
Forward-Thinking R&D: Advancing Digital Thread, and AI, while leveraging the mentor’s proven success to become a leading software-centric defense company.

"Our vision is to redefine innovation by delivering groundbreaking solutions now, not later." said Bill Bailey, CEO of Radiance. "Together, we are shaping the future of National Security with unmatched capabilities and a relentless commitment to excellence."

For more information on Bright Path Research and its mission to empower the next generation of defense capabilities, visit our website BrightPathResearch.com

Media Contact:

Janet Page

Janet.Page@theOSSteam.com

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