Noblis ESI

What Noblis ESI does

Noblis is a Reston, Virginia-based nonprofit organization founded in 1996 that delivers science, engineering, and technology services to U.S. federal agencies across defense, homeland security, civil, intelligence, and law enforcement. The company organizes delivery around eight capability areas: Applied Sciences; Artificial Intelligence and Applied Analytics; Autonomous Systems; Cybersecurity and Operations; Digital Engineering; Digital Transformation; Energy and Environment; and Modeling and Simulation. These capabilities are supported by an internal Research and Development program that reinvests in innovation, a portfolio of granted patents (including the Beagle genetic programming system, PFAS removal technology, asynchronous document ingestion, and flight path optimization), and dedicated research systems such as AI2 (AI model safety and reliability) and G3 (grounded generation for fact verification).

Noblis operates through direct federal contracting channels, primarily IDIQ contract vehicles, the Seaport NxG Navy procurement gateway, and competitive task-order awards. Recent disclosed awards include a $309M U.S. Navy C4ISR engineering contract, $151M for Naval Surface Warfare Center warship modernization, $45M for Navy machinery and control systems, and a position on a $151B Missile Defense Agency IDIQ for next-generation missile defense. Delivery is performed through the parent organization, the wholly owned subsidiary Noblis MSD (focused on Navy engineering), and the SBA-approved Defense Technical Solutions Mentor-Protégé joint venture with TDI Technologies. The leadership team is led by President and CEO Mile Corrigan, with CTO Dr. William Streilein, Chief Experience Officer Chris Barnett, Chief Creative Marketing Officer Melody Pleasure, and Chief Engineer for Aviation and Aeronautics Ed Sayadian. As a nonprofit, Noblis has no outside shareholders and reinvests surplus in mission-related research rather than distributing returns.

Name

Noblis ESI

Legal name

Noblis

Website

https://noblis-esi.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Noblis is a nonprofit, Reston, Virginia-based science and technology organization that delivers AI, autonomy, cybersecurity, digital engineering, and mission support services to U.S. federal agencies across defense, homeland security, civil, intelligence, and law enforcement.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Federal Government Systems Engineering and Technology Services

NAICS

National Security (928110), National Security and International Affairs (928)

SIC

Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700), Services-Engineering Services (8711)

akta.pro primary industry

Defense Acquisition, Procurement & Contracting (BPAIAHAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Naval C4ISR, Communications & Electronic Warfare (IMABAKAE), Electronic Warfare (EW) & SIGINT/ELINT Systems (IMABAGAB)

Keywords

• Federal systems engineering
• Defense technology research
• Government cybersecurity services
• Digital engineering consulting
• Modeling and simulation

Headquarters

HQ city

Chantilly

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Federal Government Contracts: Noblis generates revenue primarily through federal government contracts with agencies across defense, homeland security, civil, intelligence and law enforcement sectors. Revenue comes fromIDIQ contract vehicles, task orders, and direct contract awards. Recent contracts include $309M for C4ISR systems, $151M for Navy warship modernization, $45M for Navy machinery systems, and $20M Seaport NxG task orders.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Noblis ESI provides advisory, engineering, and advanced technology support services to U.S. federal government agencies across defense, homeland security, civil, intelligence, and law enforcement sectors. The company delivers work through eight core capability areas — Applied Sciences, Artificial Intelligence and Applied Analytics, Autonomous Systems, Cybersecurity and Operations, Digital Engineering, Digital Transformation, Energy and Environment, and Modeling and Simulation — alongside an internal research and development program. Revenue is generated primarily through negotiated IDIQ contract vehicles, task orders, and direct federal contract awards, with recent awards including a $309 million U.S. Navy C4ISR engineering contract and a $151 million warship modernization contract.

Product overview

Noblis is a nonprofit organization that provides a portfolio of technology capabilities and services to federal government agencies across defense, homeland security, civil, and intelligence and law enforcement sectors. The company operates through eight core capability areas (Applied Sciences, Artificial Intelligence and Applied Analytics, Autonomous Systems, Cybersecurity and Operations, Digital Engineering, Digital Transformation, Energy and Environment, and Modeling and Simulation), supported by an internal Research and Development program. Noblis also operates a subsidiary, Noblis MSD, focused on Navy engineering services, and participates in joint ventures such as Defense Technical Solutions (DTS). Clients access services through various contract vehicles.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• U.S. Navy C4ISR Systems Engineering Engineering services for U.S. Navy C4ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) systems supporting fleet readiness in contested waters. Targeted to U.S. Navy Warfighters and Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division.
• Warship Modernization Engineering Engineering and modernization services for U.S. Navy warships through the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD). Targeted to U.S. Navy program offices and warfare centers responsible for sustaining and modernizing naval surface platforms.
• Navy Machinery and Engineering Control Systems Engineering services to advance Navy machinery and engineering control systems, supporting naval vessel operations. Targeted to U.S. Navy commands and warfare centers.
• Applied Sciences Capability Services Applied sciences services harnessing life sciences for national security and the public good, including genomics and DNA analysis capabilities. Targeted to federal agencies across defense, homeland security, civil, and intelligence sectors.
• Artificial Intelligence and Applied Analytics Services AI-forward solutions to accelerate and optimize critical missions for federal agencies, including AI model safety and reliability assessment, predictive analytics, machine learning-based data triage, and fact verification. Targeted to federal civilian, defense, and intelligence agencies adopting AI/ML capabilities.
• Autonomous Systems Integration Services Integration services for autonomous machines operating in environments shared with humans and other machines, including space-based biomanufacturing and autonomous life-support systems. Targeted to federal agencies operating autonomous systems in defense and research contexts.
• Cybersecurity and Operations Services Cybersecurity services delivering foresight, fortitude and resilience for federal enterprises, including cybersecurity for amphibious warfare ships. Targeted to federal agencies, naval commands, and other organizations needing hardened cyber postures.
• Digital Engineering Services Digital engineering services delivering coordinated, coherent solutions to manage performance, quality and cost across complex federal programs. Targeted to federal program offices managing large-scale system development.
• Digital Transformation Services Digital transformation services supporting federal agencies in modernizing IT systems, processes and operations. Targeted to federal civilian, defense, intelligence and law enforcement agencies pursuing modernization.
• Energy and Environment Services Energy and environmental services including patented PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) removal technology for environmental remediation. Targeted to federal agencies addressing complex energy and environmental challenges.
• Modeling and Simulation Services High-fidelity modeling and simulation services supporting better operational analysis and decisions, including patented flight path optimization for aviation navigation. Targeted to federal agencies requiring operational analysis, aviation, and aeronautics support.
• Adaptive Diagnostic Electronic Portable Testset (ADEPT) Patented distance support sensor suite technology providing diagnostic capabilities for remote maintenance and support applications. Targeted to federal agencies and defense organizations requiring portable diagnostic test sets.
• Noblis Research and Development Program Internal research and development program with employee participation that reinvests in innovation for federal customers, supporting the development of patented technologies and exploratory research in mission-relevant fields.
• Federal Contract Vehicles IDIQ contract vehicles and procurement platform access enabling federal agencies to acquire Noblis expertise for both civilian and military customers, including access to the Seaport NxG Navy procurement platform. Targeted to federal agency contracting officers and program offices.

Quantifiable outcome

• Won $309M contract for U.S. Navy C4ISR systems
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability7 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• TDI TechnologiescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Noblis MSD and TDI Technologies formed Defense Technical Solutions (DTS), an SBA-approved Mentor-Protégé joint venture. The joint venture secured its first contract—a $20 million Seaport NxG task order for NSWCPD. This partnership enables combined expertise in naval systems engineering and technology solutions for U.S. Navy customers.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SAIC: Major federal IT and engineering services integrator serving the Navy, Missile Defense Agency, and intelligence community with systems engineering and digital transformation work, closely overlapping Noblis MSD's Navy portfolio.
• Leidos: Large federal systems integrator with deep Navy, missile defense, and C4ISR programs, directly competing with Noblis on Seaport NxG, NSWCPD work, and missile defense IDIQ task orders.
• CACI International: Federal IT and engineering services provider with significant Navy, C4ISR, and intelligence community exposure, frequently competing with Noblis MSD for Seaport NxG and other naval engineering task orders.
• RAND Corporation: Nonprofit research institution providing objective analysis to defense, homeland security, and civilian federal clients. Comparable to Noblis in mission-driven nonprofit positioning and policy/analysis federal work.
• MITRE Corporation: Not-for-profit federally funded R&D center operating FFRDCs that deliver systems engineering, AI, and acquisition support to defense and civilian agencies. Highly comparable nonprofit structure and mission-driven federal engineering focus.
• Peraton: Federal services company formed from the Perspecta/ManTech heritage with deep Navy, intelligence, and homeland security work. Competes with Noblis on naval engineering and classified program support.
• Booz Allen Hamilton: Premier federal professional services firm delivering engineering, AI, cyber, and digital solutions to defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. Directly comparable to Noblis in target customers, mission focus, and capability portfolio, though at substantially larger scale.

Emerging players

• LinQuest Corporation: Mid-sized federal engineering services firm specializing in space, missile defense, and C4ISR systems engineering, directly comparable to Noblis's missile defense and Navy systems engineering work.
• Applied Research Associates (ARA): Mid-sized federal R&D and engineering services firm with defense and homeland security focus, comparable to Noblis in scale and applied science/engineering capability mix.

Broad incumbents

• Battelle Memorial Institute: Large nonprofit applied science and engineering organization serving defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies with national security, life sciences, and energy work. Overlaps Noblis's applied sciences and energy/environment capabilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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