Capabilities

Applied Research & Development

Engineer the future of cyber operations with mission-first R&D that fills the gaps commercial tech can’t. SIXGEN’s applied research capabilities enable custom tradecraft, advanced cyber capabilities, and space-cyber innovation built for real-world, contested environments.

SIXGEN’s Applied Research division delivers operationally validated cyber, RF, and space capabilities. From hardware-in-the-loop testing to payload development, we prototype and deploy bleeding-edge tools for missions where off-the-shelf isn’t good enough. Our work accelerates readiness, enhances survivability, and gives operators a decisive edge.

Key Capabilities

Advanced Tradecraft Prototyping: Novel cyber techniques, implants, and payloads designed for mission-specific objectives.

Mission-Specific Tool Creation: Custom tools developed to fill critical operational gaps—fielded faster than commercial cycles.

HWIL / SWIL Testing Environments: Realistic testbeds for validating cyber effects on terrestrial and space-based systems.

Space-Cyber Resilience: Advanced cyber capabilities engineered for satellite, spacecraft, and non-terrestrial comms.

Threat-Informed R&D: Capabilities built in direct response to adversary TTPs, not theoretical models.

Operational Impact

Applied research directly fuels operational advantage, transforming emerging ideas into tested capabilities ready for deployment. By aligning innovation with mission needs, this work enables faster adaptation, greater resilience, and domain-specific superiority.

  • Secured communications across distributed satellite constellations using space-rated architectures

  • Precision cyber payloads developed for use in denied, low-bandwidth environments

  • Custom tooling delivered to support red team missions in time-sensitive operational windows

Ready to prototype the future of mission success?

SIXGEN doesn’t wait for commercial R&D to catch up with operational need. Our applied research fills the critical gap between mission urgency and market inertia—delivering tailored, validated capabilities when and where they’re needed most.

Get in touch to explore how our applied research team can help you outpace threats and redefine operational possibilities.