August 5, 2026 - 21:58

Washington D.C. and Herndon, VA. - August 5, 2026. E Street Technologies LLC, a fully owned subsidiary of the Universities Space Research Association, is set to play a key role in a major science and technology education effort for the U.S. Navy. The company will support the Office of Naval Research's Internships, Outreach, and Website Support contract through the Huna Research Associates joint venture.
The contract, valued at 69 million dollars, aims to strengthen the Navy's STEM pipeline by connecting students and early-career professionals with research opportunities. E Street Technologies brings deep experience in managing complex technical programs and building digital platforms that support educational outreach. Its parent organization, USRA, has a long history of managing university-led research initiatives for federal agencies.
Huna Research Associates is a joint venture formed between E Street Technologies and other partners to deliver specialized services to the ONR. The team will focus on expanding internship placements, improving online resources, and creating better outreach tools to attract talent into naval science and engineering fields.
Officials from both companies expressed confidence in the collaboration. They noted that the work will directly support the Navy's goal of developing a skilled workforce ready to tackle future challenges in defense technology. The contract is expected to run for several years, with services rolling out in phases.
This effort marks another step in the growing partnership between private technical firms and federal research offices. It also highlights the continued importance of STEM education in maintaining national security capabilities.
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