Advanced Research and Technology Corporation

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About the firm

Advanced Research and Technology Corporation provides high-technology engineering and research services to defense and commercial clients. It specializes in radar systems, radar cross section (RCS) measurement and analysis, electronic warfare (EW) system development and testing, advanced antenna design, threat assessment, and software engineering. It also performs research in biomedical technologies and neural/cognitive sciences for commercial applications.

Established
2013
Team
Small
Firm type
Defense Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Software Engineering · Telecom / RF Engineering

Credentials

LEAN Six Sigma Black Belt - Donald P. Hilliard (NAVAIR Certified) · SeaPort Next Generation (NxG) IDIQ Contract Holder - N00178-19-D-7055 · NAWCWD Contract N6893623D0033 (Navy Threat Simulator Validation)

People

Donald P. HilliardFounder, President, and CEO

Capabilities

Radar and Electronic Warfare Systems

Providing development, testing, and engineering support for military electronic warfare and radar platforms.

  • Radar Cross Section Measurement and Analysis

    Analyzing and measuring electromagnetic signatures to support platform stealth and survivability.

  • Radar Signature Control

    Applying specialized treatment and design techniques to manage and minimize radar returns.

  • Electronic Warfare System Development and Testing

    Designing and evaluating tactical pods and integrated systems designed for electronic warfare applications.

  • EW Threat Simulator Verification and Validation

    Ensuring the accuracy of simulator systems and test targets representing potential adversary capabilities.

  • Radar Signal Processing

    Creating advanced algorithms and processing techniques for modern radar hardware.

  • Radar Image Processing

    Enhancing and analyzing radar-derived images for target recognition and situational awareness.

Antenna Systems

Designing and modeling high-frequency antenna architectures and optical devices.

  • Advanced Antenna System Design

    Developing custom radiating structures and antenna arrays for specialized military communications.

  • Photonics, Lasers, Infrared, and Ultraviolet Systems

    Engineering electro-optical and infrared sensors along with laser and UV technologies.

Test and Evaluation

Executing operational testing programs and threat assessments for military platforms and systems.

  • Weapon and Platform Test and Evaluation

    Assessing performance, reliability, and combat effectiveness of newly developed hardware.

  • Threat Representative Simulator Validation

    Validating that training and test simulations accurately reflect real-world adversarial weapons.

  • Intelligence-Based Threat Assessments

    Conducting intelligence-driven analysis to understand and counter modern electronic threats.

Software Engineering and IT

Building robust software applications, database architectures, and secure IT infrastructure.

  • Custom Programming

    Writing application software tailored to specific defense and commercial client requirements.

  • Embedded Systems Programming

    Developing firmware and real-time software operating directly on tactical hardware.

  • Large-Scale Database Development and Administration

    Structuring and maintaining expansive data repositories to support mission-critical workflows.

  • Information Technology

    Implementing secure network architectures and systems administration for operational networks.

Systems Engineering

Structuring engineering processes, program management, and quality control methodologies.

  • Systems Engineering and Analysis

    Defining system requirements and integrating complex hardware-software components.

  • Program Management

    Managing timelines, resource allocation, and program execution across defense contract cycles.

  • Continuous Process Improvement (LEAN Six Sigma)

    Applying structured quality enhancement and optimization frameworks to eliminate operational waste.

Sensors and Advanced Technologies

Creating advanced detection, imaging, and signature measurement systems.

  • Advanced Sensor Systems

    Engineering modern sensor arrays for surveillance, target acquisition, and defense.

  • Infrared (IR) Signatures

    Analyzing and managing infrared emission profiles of military hardware.

  • Electro-Optics and Infrared Sensors

    Integrating light-based and thermal imaging equipment to improve tactical reconnaissance.

Biomedical and Cognitive Research

Investigating health-related technologies and cognitive sciences for commercial transition.

  • Biomedical Technologies Research

    Conducting scientific research to develop advanced medical devices and tools.

  • Neural and Cognitive Sciences Commercial Applications

    Applying brain and cognitive research findings to practical business and industrial products.

Industries

Defense · Aerospace · Commercial

Projects

Navy Threat Simulator Validation Contract

Client: Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD)

Project details

Verification and validation services for electronic warfare threat simulators and targets on behalf of the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division.

SeaPort Next Generation IDIQ Contract

Client: US Navy

Project details

A multiple-award contract vehicle supporting engineering and technical support services for various Naval commands and the United States Marine Corps.

Electronic Warfare Superiority Advanced Technologies

Client: NAWCWD

Project details

Collaborative development of advanced electronic warfare superiority technologies with NAWCWD experts.

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