JIRACOR Awarded sub-contract for new US Army laser training system
Orlando, FL., (September 21, 2017) – Lockheed Martin awarded JIRACOR a subcontract to provide Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) of the Instrumentable Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System (IMILES) Vehicle Tactical Engagement Simulation System (VTESS).
Managed by the U.S. Army Program Executive Office for Simulation, Training and Instrumentation (PEO STRI), the system includes training kits of laser detectors and transmitters to equip military trucks, training weapons, and armored vehicles. The new Instrumentable Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System (I-MILES) Vehicle Tactical Engagement Simulation System (VTESS) program will allow seamless integration with the Army’s existing Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement Systems.
“Being part of the Lockheed Martin I-MILES VTESS program is a great honor for us in providing the necessary logistics information to improve operational readiness and reduce lifecycle costs”, said Richard Coronado, President of JIRACOR, “Together with Lockheed Martin, we will work closely with PEO STRI so our warfighter has the best training capability”, Coronado said.