High Perf Computing Mod Pgm (HPCMP)

The High Performance Computing Modernization Program (HPCMP), managed by the Army, aims to enhance the technological capabilities of the Department of Defense (DoD) through advanced computational services. This initiative supports scientists and engineers working on U.S. weapons systems by providing cutting-edge high-performance computing resources. The program's primary objective is to leverage continuous advancements in computing technology to address critical scientific and engineering challenges, aligning with DoD's National Defense Strategy priorities such as hypersonics, directed energy, autonomy, and artificial intelligence.

A key goal of the HPCMP is to improve weapons system designs by enhancing the understanding of various scientific domains, including materials science, aerodynamics, chemistry, and electromagnetics. This is achieved through advanced test and evaluation environments that facilitate synthetic scene generation and virtual testing. The program deploys both compute-intensive and data-intensive systems to deliver world-class HPC capabilities across the DoD user community. These efforts are crucial for maintaining technological superiority on the battlefield.

The HPCMP also focuses on modernization efforts to ensure that DoD's Science and Technology (S&T) and Test and Evaluation (T&E) communities have access to current-generation supercomputing capabilities. This initiative was established following congressional recognition of supercomputing as a national strategic asset, directing the DoD to prioritize modernization at laboratories and test centers. The program includes procurement of HPC systems at DoD Supercomputing Resource Centers (DSRCs) and supports unique project investments for various military branches.

In fiscal year 2025, the program plans to support up to two HPC systems at DSRC locations with a significant portion allocated for dedicated HPC Project Investments (DHPIs). These investments cater to specific Army, Navy, Air Force, or Agency initiatives that require unique specifications or computing classifications not feasible with shared systems. Additionally, exploratory HPC systems will be funded to investigate new use cases beyond traditional modeling and simulation, including big data analytics and tactical computing at the edge.