Photonic Systems, Inc.
Billerica, MA
- UEI
- QGYXKJ7BLVL5
- CAGE
- 1KEJ6
- Primary NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- SAM.gov registration
- Active through
Company facts
- Self-certified in SAM.gov
- Entity structure
- Corporate Entity (Not Tax Exempt)
- NAICS codes registered in SAM.gov
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- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) Primary
- 334220 Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
- 334413 Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing
- 334511 Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
- 335921 Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing
- 541330 Engineering Services
- SAM.gov registration date
- Physical address
- 175 Middlesex Turnpike #1a, Billerica, MA 01821, USA
- Website
- photonicsinc.com
- Founded
- 1999
- Employees
- 11-50
- Estimated annual revenue
- $1M-$10M
- Industry
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- Telecommunication Services
- Wireless Telecommunication Services
- SIC code
- 36 Electronic & Other Electric Equipment
- Profiles
Registration and certifications come from SAM.gov and the SBA; company details from public web sources. Updated .
Recent federal awards
| Award | Agency | Obligated | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research and development | Naval Air Warfare Center | $139,967 | |
| Investigation of multiple design options for feasibility of enabling fabrication of an electro-optic modulator chip. | Air Force | $139,133 | |
| Research and development | Naval Air Warfare Center | $1,254,368 | |
| Sbir phase i topic N241-059 | Naval Air Warfare Center | $139,829 | |
| Low loss modulator electrodes-the key to achieving a 20-GHZ 3-DB noise figure RF photonic link | Office of Naval Research | $500,000 |
About Photonic Systems, Inc.
Photonic Systems, Inc. (PSI) is a small business manufacturer based in Billerica, Massachusetts, specializing in the development and production of advanced RF and photonic solutions for defense and military applications. Registered with SAM.gov since June 2001, PSI operates as a for-profit corporation that has established itself as a key innovator in photonic technologies, high-frequency RF photonic links, photonic devices, integrated photonic circuits, and advanced analog-to-digital conversion systems tailored for radar and other defense-critical applications.
PSI's federal contract portfolio demonstrates extensive engagement with the Department of Defense and its subordinate agencies across multiple service branches and research organizations. The company has secured significant prime contract awards including a $1.73 million SBIR Phase II contract from the Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (awarded January 27, 2025, completing February 10, 2027) for research and development of RF and photonic solutions; a $1.5 million SBIR Phase II contract from the Department of the Army (awarded June 24, 2021, completing July 6, 2023) focused on high-frequency RF photonic links and analog-to-digital conversion systems; a $239,915 STTR Phase I contract from the Naval Air Warfare Center (awarded October 14, 2025, completing October 26, 2026) for advanced analog-to-digital conversion systems; and a $139,133 SBIR Phase I contract from the Air Force Research Laboratory (awarded May 30, 2025, completing November 30, 2025) investigating electro-optic modulator chip fabrication. PSI also received a $239,547 SBIR Phase I contract from the Office of Naval Research (awarded July 10, 2024, completing July 15, 2025) for high-frequency RF photonic link research, and a $103,510 sole-source purchase order from the Naval Sea Systems Command (awarded May 22, 2023) for delivery of a 20 GHz RF photonic link. All prime contracts designated PSI as a Total Small Business set-aside except the Naval Sea Systems Command purchase order. Additionally, PSI has served as a subcontractor to Leidos, Inc. (August 2024) and American Electronic Warfare Associates, Incorporated (May 2023), providing goods and services in support of contract statements of work and developing transmit-isolating-photonic-receiver front-end technology.
PSI's federal grant activity reflects focused research advancement through the Office of Naval Research, which awarded a Project Grant (November 1, 2023, completing October 31, 2025) titled "Low Loss Modulator Electrodes—The Key to Achieving a 20-GHz 3-dB Noise Figure RF Photonic Link." This grant represents PSI's effort to advance foundational research in modulator electrode technology critical to enabling high-performance RF photonic link systems for naval and defense applications. The grant demonstrates PSI's commitment to translating research innovations from the Small Business Innovation Research program into practical defense capabilities, complementing the company's broader contract portfolio with the Office of Naval Research, Naval Information Warfare Systems Command, Naval Air Warfare Center, and Department of the Army.
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Quick answers
What is Photonic Systems, Inc.'s UEI?
Photonic Systems, Inc.'s Unique Entity ID (UEI) in SAM.gov is QGYXKJ7BLVL5.
What is Photonic Systems, Inc.'s CAGE code?
Photonic Systems, Inc.'s CAGE code is 1KEJ6.
What is Photonic Systems, Inc.'s primary NAICS code?
Photonic Systems, Inc.'s primary NAICS code is 541715 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)).
Where is Photonic Systems, Inc. located?
Photonic Systems, Inc.'s physical address in SAM.gov is 175 Middlesex Turnpike #1a, Billerica, MA 01821, USA.
Is Photonic Systems, Inc. registered in SAM.gov?
Yes. Photonic Systems, Inc.'s SAM.gov registration is active through January 5, 2027.
Which contract vehicles does Photonic Systems, Inc. hold?
Photonic Systems, Inc. holds a place on 1 federal contract vehicle: Seaport-NXG.
What is Photonic Systems, Inc.'s most recent federal award?
Photonic Systems, Inc.'s most recent federal contract award is Research and development (N6833526C0054), from Naval Air Warfare Center, on October 14, 2025.
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