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U.S. Navy Selects G Systems for MK 41 Vertical Launching System (VLS) Test System Contract

U.S. Navy Selects G Systems for MK 41 Vertical Launching System (VLS) Test System Contract

DALLAS, Texas โ€“ July 28, 2015 โ€“ G Systems, a leading provider of solutions for automated test and measurement, data acquisition, and control systems, has been awarded a contract valued at over $2.7 million by the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme, California to integrate and build the Combined Missile Test Set (CMTS) automated test stations for the U.S. Navyโ€™s MK 41 Vertical Launching System
(VLS).

The CMTS is used for performing empty MK 41 VLS Canister electrical acceptance tests. The MK 41 VLS is a modular, below deck missile launching system that was originally designed for the Navyโ€™s Aegis-equipped guided missile cruisers to provide air threat protection for naval battle groups. The MK 41 VLS is a multi-missile, multi-mission launcher, capable of launching SM-2, SM-3, SM-6, ESSM, Tomahawk, and Vertical Launch ASROC missiles.

Tomahawk missile released from the MK 41 โ€“ Vertical Launching System (VLS) (photo courtesy of U.S. Navy)

In total ten (10) two-bay test cabinet test sets will be delivered (including all contract options). G Systems will assemble and integrate the automated test systems at their Richardson, TX facility outside of Dallas, TX and expects to complete delivery in 2017.

โ€œG Systems is honored to support a program that plays an integral role in our nation’s defense,โ€ said Lynda Harrell, G Systemsโ€™ Founder and CEO. “G Systems is an experienced defense industry expert in building large scale automated test equipment designed to meet stringent requirements in a low risk, timely, cost effective manner.โ€

About G Systems, L.P.

Headquartered in Richardson, Texas, G Systems, L.P. (G Systems) is a leading integrator of test and measurement automation solutions for the aerospace/defense, energy, life sciences, semiconductor, and telecom industries. With over 25 years experience refining a proven design methodology and integration process, G Systems is known for consistently delivering high-quality low-risk solutions that improve process quality and efficiency from design and prototype development through final production. G Systems offers services ranging from expert consulting to single or multi-unit turnkey deployment. Capabilities include software, electrical and mechanical design and build, data management, and system builds as well as build-to-print systems.

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