Marines order simulation training system

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 26 (UPI) -- Cubic Defense Applications has been given a U.S. Marine Corps Systems Command contract for an advanced training simulation program.

The indefinite-delivery award for its Instrumented-Tactical Engagement Simulation System systems is worth $49 million.

Under the contract, Cubic will provide a turnkey deployable training capability that includes an immersive training environment that replicates the stresses and threats of actual combat.

This system will be used in Marine force-on-force and force-on-target training exercises, including indoor and outdoor military operations in urban terrain training, at multiple locations in the United States and abroad.

ITESS II is a fully integrated ground combat training system based on the company's latest laser-based wireless instrumentation products. The system includes: small arms laser transmitters, rocket-propelled grenade and AT-4 anti-armor simulators, man-worn and wireless vehicle laser detection and mobile and portable command and control systems that capture and display real-time participant position/status and creates objective data based after-action reviews.

"This system will provide the U.S. Marine Corps an exceptional training environment using proven components," said Ray Barker, executive vice president of Cubic Defense Applications.

"Our system will support small unit training and is capable of integrating multiple units for combined arms training at higher echelons. It also allows Marines to fully integrate live, virtual and computer-based constructive elements into their training mix for a more complex and realistic training experience."