Orlando, FL — May 2026 — Nighthawk Cyber and Design Interactive announced the formation of Datahawk Design, LLC, an SBA-approved Mentor-Protégé Joint Venture established to support defense, federal, and critical infrastructure missions through advanced cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, immersive technologies, and digital engineering solutions.

The joint venture combines Nighthawk Cyber’s expertise in cybersecurity operations, enterprise IT, and mission-focused AI systems with Design Interactive’s leadership in human-systems integration, extended reality (XR), modeling and simulation, digital twins, and performance optimization technologies.

Together, the companies will deliver integrated capabilities designed to enhance operational readiness, strengthen resilience, and support mission execution across increasingly complex operational environments.

“Datahawk Design reflects a shared commitment to advancing innovative technologies that improve mission performance and operational effectiveness,” said Nathaniel Wade, CEO of Nighthawk Cyber. “By combining our respective strengths, we are creating a strategic platform capable of delivering scalable, mission-focused solutions to government and commercial customers.”

“This partnership brings together highly complementary capabilities that directly support the evolving needs of modern mission operations,” said Tim Hill, President and CEO of Design Interactive. “Datahawk Design is positioned to help customers accelerate innovation, improve readiness, and operate more effectively in demanding environments.”

Datahawk Design will support customers across defense, federal civilian, and critical infrastructure sectors, including energy, transportation, communications, manufacturing, and industrial control systems.

About Nighthawk Cyber

Nighthawk Cyber is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) delivering cybersecurity, enterprise IT, and artificial intelligence solutions to defense, federal civilian, and intelligence community customers. Founded and operated by military veterans, the company provides mission-ready technologies that support national security and operational resilience.

About Design Interactive

Design Interactive is a leader in digital transformation, immersive technologies, and human performance innovation. For nearly 30 years, the company has developed advanced solutions spanning XR, digital twins, AI-enabled performance support, and human-systems integration to enhance readiness and operational effectiveness across mission-critical environments.