CY27 DARPA SERVICE CHIEFS FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM (SCFP)

R 141900Z SEP 26
MARADMIN 414/26
MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC WASHINGTON DC//
SUBJ/CY27 DARPA SERVICE CHIEFS FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM (SCFP)//
REF/A/LTR/CMC MOA/01FEB11//
AMPN/REF A IS THE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT ADDRESSING USMC
PARTICIPATION IN THE DARPA SERVICE CHIEFS FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM//
POC1/CHANDLER B. HIRSCH/CTR/MCWL FTO/USMC/TEL: (571)254-7249/EMAIL:
[email protected]//
POC2/JOHN E. MOORE/CIV/MCWL FTO/USMC/TEL: (571)254-7185/EMAIL:
[email protected]//
REMARKS/1. The purpose of this MARADMIN is to solicit nominations
for the First Half CY27 Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
(DARPA) Service Chiefs' Fellowship Program (SCFP). The DARPA SCFP
convenes quarterly and lasts approximately 12 weeks. The intent of
this program is to increase the awareness of key Marine Corps
commands of DARPA technology development efforts, as well as enhance
the professional development of top Marine Corps officers. Upon
completion of their assignment to the SCFP, Fellows serve as
informal liaisons between DARPA and the Marine Corps based on the
close relationships developed during the program and an enhanced
understanding of the DARPA technology development process. Previous
applicants must submit a new application in accordance with this
MARADMIN.
2. Background: Marine Corps participation in the formal fellowship
program with DARPA was established by the CMC in 2003. The DARPA
mission, as the central research and development agency for the
Department of Defense, is to maintain U.S. technical superiority and
prevent technological surprise by making pivotal investments in
breakthrough technologies for national security. At DARPA, more than
100 program managers oversee approximately 250 research and
development programs and emerging technologies relevant to the
ground, aviation, and the enabling communities. For information on
DARPA programs, visit www.darpa.mil.
3. Description: The DARPA SCFP was established to expose military
officers and government civilians to a unique organization that
rapidly develops imaginative, innovative, and often high-risk
research ideas. The SCFP assists DARPA in understanding service
needs based on input from the Fellows into DARPA technology
development efforts. The Marine Corps benefits when participants
return to the Marine Corps armed with the knowledge of emerging
technology and contacts made with members from other services,
government agencies, and DARPA program managers. SCFP members will
have the opportunity to choose focus areas for deeper exploration
while participating in the program.
3.a. Location: Arlington, Virginia
3.b. SCFP Dates:
3.b.1. QTR 1: 11 January - 31 March 2027
3.b.2. QTR 2: 5 April - 23 June 2027
4. Eligibility:
4.a. Rank/MOS: Active-duty Senior Captains, Majors and Lieutenant
Colonels in all MOS are eligible to apply. Extraordinarily well
qualified Senior Staff Non-Commissioned Officers will be considered
on a case-by-case basis. Civilian personnel (GS14/GS15) may be
nominated, but priority will generally be given to active-duty
personnel.
4.b. Experience: All applicants should be considered highly
competitive for promotion. MOS credibility and recent operational
experience are beneficial.
4.c. Education: All applicants must possess a minimum of a
bachelor's degree. Competitive applicants will have both a strong
academic and operational background.
4.d. Security Clearance: A Secret clearance is the required
minimum, a Top Secret clearance is preferred.
4.e. Utilization Tour: There is no formal utilization tour required
for this program.
4.f. Applicants should not anticipate resignation or retirement
within three years of completing the program.
4.g. Applicants requesting selection for a quarter following their
expected rotation date will not be considered without prior
coordination with their monitor and approval from their receiving
command.
5. Submission Process:
5.a. Applications will be submitted via AA form (NAVMC 10274), and
all supporting documentation is to be included as enclosures.
Completed applications are to be sent electronically to the POC(s)
listed on this message.
5.b. Instructions for AA Form:
5.b.1. Block 7, To:
Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory
Attn: Future Technology Office
1000 Corporate Drive
Suite 200
Stafford VA 22554
5.b.2. Block 8, Subject: DARPA Service Chiefs Fellowship Program
Application
5.b.3. Block 11, Enclosures:
5.b.3.a. Military Photograph
5.b.3.b. Military Biography
5.b.3.c. Copy of SNM's Master Brief Sheet
5.b.3.d. Undergraduate Transcripts. Unofficial transcripts will be
accepted, but official transcripts may be requested following
selection.
5.b.3.e. Graduate Transcripts (if applicable). Unofficial
transcripts will be accepted, but official transcripts may be
requested following selection.
5.b.3.f. DAU Transcripts (if applicable).
5.b.4. Block 12, Supplemental Information:
5.b.4.a. Personal statement regarding desire and motivation for
participating in the SCFP.
5.b.4.b. Up to three focus areas of interest. Examples include
unmanned systems, technology-enabled squads, or electromagnetic
spectrum operations.
5.b.4.c. Requested quarter(s) for selection consideration. List
requested quarter(s) in order of preference.
5.b.4.d. Primary and secondary MOS.
5.b.4.e. Current assignment, MCC, rotation date.
5.b.4.f. Current security clearance level, adjudication date.
5.b.4.g. Deployment History.
5.b.4.h. Key Billets (Company Commander, Division Head, Battalion
Operations Officer, Battalion Executive Officer, or equivalent).
5.b.4.i. Degree type, year, and university.
5.b.4.j. Contact phone and e-mail address.
5.b.4.k. The following statement must be included: "I do not
anticipate resigning or retiring within three years of program
completion."
5.c. Endorsement from first Colonel, or higher, in chain of command
is required.
6. Submission Deadline:
6.a. 30 September 2026
6.b. The submission deadline is the same for all CY27 DSCFP
quarters. Applicants are encouraged to select both quarters to
increase their selection opportunity.
6.c. Following the submission deadline, additional packages may be
accepted on a space-available basis.
6.d. A semi-annual selection board will be held to select DARPA
SCFP nominees and alternates. Selected applicants will be announced
via MARADMIN.
7. Coordinating instructions:
7.a. All costs associated with the SCFP will be funded by DARPA.
For Marines traveling from outside the national capital region,
DARPA will provide billeting, per diem, and travel costs. Marines
within the national capital region will be reimbursed for mileage
between their command and the agency, as well as any additional
travel costs required by the program.
7.b. SCFP participants will receive a non-observed, academic
fitness report from DARPA for the period.
8. This MARADMIN is applicable to Active-Duty Marine Officers,
Staff Non-Commissioned Officers and Officers on Active Reserve
Status.
9. Release authorized by Lieutenant General Eric E. Austin,
Deputy Commandant for Combat Development and Integration.//