Naval Systems, Inc.: New Horizons: NSI's Evolving Advancements in Aerospace

In an ever-expanding field of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, a modern digital supply chain and its accompanying commercially developed technologies have never been more crucial to the Warfighter. Naval Systems, Inc. (NSI) was founded in 2004 outside of Naval Air Station (NAS) Patuxent River, Maryland by two veteran officers—a U.S. Navy Supply Officer and a U.S. Marine Pilot—bringing Navy and Marine Corps aviation and supply to the forefront of Department of Defense (DoD) digital solutions. Through internal R&D and in collaboration with industry partners that “press the envelope” on practical application of breakthrough technologies, NSI continues to expand its impact and reach across the Military Services and Defense Agencies, that now include the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), and Missile Defense Agency (MDA).

Resilient Digital Supply Chain Tools: As a domain expert of the DoD supply system and the leader in digital transformation at the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), NSI has harnessed the power of AI in digital tools that align supply chain execution with national defense needs, rendering decision advantage and operational resilience and sustainability to the Warfighter. The current DoD sustainment infrastructure of disparate supply and maintenance databases presents a significant challenge to time management, resource allocation, and decision-making. NSI’s digital toolsets drastically improve the maintainers' and logisticians’ ability to act and react, solving for gaps in the legacy supply chain through “digital thread” implementations. Integrating the existing supply chain and Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) activities with AI capabilities offers an immediate return on investment (ROI) through increased readiness at the “tip of the spear,” or point of engagement. Digitally driven, NSI’s tools are oriented toward interactive visualization and rapid prototyping, exercising the full range of commercial tools in Big Data analytics leading to predictive and proactive management. The end result is a faster, more responsive, and more resilient system of maintenance and supply.

As commercial market-driven technological breakthroughs render obsolete many existing Defense systems, NSI understands the need for speed in the adoption of new systems and methods. NSI’s digital products, such as RAVEN, REVEAL, and the ASCEND Suite, provide users an interactive experience and action-oriented outcomes. These digital tools re-envision the legacy supply chain through a worldwide display of real-time equipment location and availability, with prescribed actions needed to sustain fast-paced military operations globally. Unlike traditional supply chain management systems, the ASCEND Suite goes beyond one-dimensional reporting to prescribe immediate steps required under time-critical conditions.

Recognizing that ongoing digital transformation also requires continuous learning at the “point of need,” NSI offers Preparedness and Competency Thinking (PaCT), a series of fully scalable and customizable learning modules, targeting gaps in understanding created by novel technology applications and emerging data analysis methods. NSI addresses these gaps by enabling users to learn through interactive visualizations, including mapping and 2D/3D optimized graphics. Relying on authoritative data protected under its CMMC Level 2 Certification, NSI’s PaCT tool enhances user experience while assuring a common, enterprise-wide understanding of the operational picture.

NSI’s International Expertise: In today’s climate of big power competition, NSI recognizes the advantage allied partners bring to the fight when relying on U.S.-made products and services. This is the catalyst behind NSI’s involvement in Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and international cooperative programs, supporting U.S. manufacturers at home to the benefit of peoples everywhere. In support of such international programs, NSI provides the Aviation Integrated Maintenance System (AIMS) as well as affordable Maintenance Operations Center (MOC) dashboards and other digital tools to foreign partners allied with the U.S. in defense of freedom.

“We are agile, have a great company culture, and have great experience and past performance. But what truly makes us unique has always been our commitment to our employees and our commitment to supporting the Warfighter.” - Diana Waldorf | Chief Operating Officer.

Future Forward Solutions: As NSI looks to the future, this company realizes that the adaptation of commercial sector digital and other advanced technology solutions to U.S. national security is crucial to Warfighter success in contested environments. NSI uses advanced laser technology for repair and refurbishment 20+ year old Aerial Refueling Stores (ARS) out of its Jacksonville, Florida plant. This technology and streamlined internal processes enable fast, high precision damage assessments and reverse engineered drawings for fabrication of out-of-production repair parts. NSI also combines breakthrough innovations in autonomous air, sea, and underwater vehicles with advanced sensor and other payload technologies at its Product Integration Facility (PIF) outside Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City Beach, Florida. NSI prides itself on being “The Solutions Company.” NSI’s leadership environment and professionalism are reflected in its 96% employee retention rate. When hiring talent, NSI ensures each new hire reflects the evolving needs of the Warfighter, driving progress toward NSI’s next innovative solution. NSI teams are committed to ensuring advanced commercial technologies are translated into robust weapons and business systems for decisive advantage in contested environments. Moving forward, NSI will continue leveraging new technologies to ensure U.S. Warfighters and their allies maintain that winning edge. As a now mid-sized company, NSI’s growth mirrors the demand for and success of its products and services. Advancing the U.S. national security mission requires imagination, commitment, speed, and resilience. NSI delivers!