Up to $1.5 million grant funding to support Australian participation in Joint Strike Fighter supply chain

Government grants up to $1.5 million, on a 50:50 co-contribution basis are available on a competitive basis to eligible Australian entities, including Australian companies, University’s, research organisations and CRC’s.

Funding is available to help develop new or improved capability to win work in the production and modernisation phases of the Joint Strike Fighter program.

The intended program outcomes are a strong, skilled and successful defence industry that:

• is committed to increase, identify and make the most of business opportunities within Australia and overseas.

• has improved competitiveness by developing skills of the workforce, fostering innovation and boosting productivity.

Eligibility Criteria:

Eligible applicant smust:

• Have an Australian Business Number (ABN)

• Be registered for GST

Be one of the ofllowing entities:

• An Australian incorporated entity

• An Australian university

• A publicly funded research organisation (PFRO)

• A Cooperative Research Centre (CRC)

The program will accept eligible applications until the close date of Friday June 30, 2028 (5pm AEST).

For more information and access to the online application portal click here.