Defense Industry
Testing & Development Solutions
Defense Test Engineering Across Ground Mobility, Aerospace, Marine, and Energy Systems
Defense development teams support a wide range of applications—from ground mobility and military vehicles, to aerospace propulsion, marine and naval power systems, and cross‑domain electrification and hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) validation—all under demanding requirements for reliability, traceability, and schedule performance. A&D Technology delivers integrated test engineering solutions for ground vehicle propulsion and powertrain development, including engine and powertrain testing on dynamometers, while also supporting aerospace engines, shipboard power and energy systems, electrified subsystems, thermal and fluid systems, and controller validation. By combining automation, control, simulation, data management, and safety, we help defense programs standardize test operations, accelerate development, and maintain confidence across long program lifecycles and distributed test environments.
Testing Challenges in the Defense Industry
Defense programs frequently require test systems that can operate under strict quality expectations and evolving requirements. A&D Technology helps teams address:
- Repeatability and traceability across long program lifecycles
- Configuration control for test assets, channels, and procedures
- High consequence testing where safety, interlocks, and fail-safe behaviors are critical
- Mixed hardware environments (legacy controllers, diverse DAQ, site-to-site variability)
- Data volume and complexity for rapid decision-making and reporting
- Schedule pressure with frequent design iterations and regression testing
Defense Applications That Require Testing
Ground Mobility & Military Vehicle Propulsion
A&D Technology has deep experience supporting engine and powertrain development for military ground vehicles, where durability, repeatability, and safety are critical.
- Engine and powertrain testing on dynamometers (steady‑state, transient, calibration support, and durability)
- Automated test sequencing for development, validation, and regression testing
- Integration of thermal conditioning, fluid systems, and emissions‑adjacent instrumentation
- Standardized procedures and reporting to support program continuity and configuration control
Aerospace Propulsion Systems
We support aerospace defense programs with scalable test automation and data workflows for propulsion and supporting subsystems.
- Engine and subsystem development and validation
- Controls integration and automated test execution
- Data management and comparison across builds and test sites
- HIL‑ready environments for controller and system validation
Marine & Naval Power and Energy Systems
A&D Technology delivers test solutions for marine and naval platforms, where power generation, reliability, and long‑duration testing are essential.
- Engine, generator, and drivetrain testing for shipboard and auxiliary power
- Electrified and hybrid power system validation
- Thermal management, fluid systems, and cooling loop testing
- Automated durability and regression test execution
Electrification & Energy Storage
Electrification plays a growing role across defense platforms, from vehicles to vessels.
- Battery module and pack characterization
- Power electronics, inverter, and electric drive unit (EDU) testing
- Motor and electrified propulsion subsystem validation
- Efficiency mapping and thermal performance analysis
Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HIL) & Systems Integration
For programs requiring early validation and regression coverage, we provide HIL‑ready test environments.
- Controller validation using real‑time simulation
- Closed‑loop testing with fault insertion and automated test sequences
- Integration of plant models, controls, and physical instrumentation
Reliability, Durability & Regression Testing
Across all defense domains, A&D Technology supports long‑term, high‑consequence testing.
- Automated, unattended test execution with robust alarms and interlocks
- Standardized scripting and repeatable workflows
- Consistent data capture and reporting over extended program timelines
A&D Services & Solutions for the Defense Industry
A&D provides consulting to design defense application test strategies aligned with evolving regulatory standards.
- Phoenix delivers high-fidelity combustion metrics for analyzing fuel efficiency and detonation characteristics.
- Helios HILS – Hardware-in-the-loop simulation framework for controller and subsystem validation
- BEX-1000ft provides precise emissions gas analysis under various fuel and oil conditions.
- iTest controls dynamometers and other complex test sequences with automation and repeatability.
- LabWorX ensures proper tracking of test conditions, sample IDs, and regulatory documentation.
- Orion supports engine calibration for evaluating knock, timing, and combustion efficiency.
- Consulting & Engineering Studies – requirements capture, system design, standards, and road-mapping
- Training – enablement for operators, engineers, and administrators
- Service plans & support – ongoing assistance to maintain reliability and reduce downtime
- Resident engineers – embedded support for high-tempo labs and sustained programs
- Custom software development – tailored automation, integrations, and user workflows
- Project management – schedule, budget, and risk management across multi-discipline teams
- Equipment procurement – sourcing and coordination for controls, DAQ, instrumentation, and facility devices
- Installation & commissioning – on-site integration, verification, and operator readiness
