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August 6th, 2020Mountain Horse and NP Aerospace Selected for US Navy Maritime Body Armor Contract
August 6th, 2020
Mountain Horse Solutions, a U.S. Defense and Mission Critical Equipment Supplier, based in Union City TN, and NP Aerospace, a ballistic hard armor company, have been awarded a four-year U.S. Navy Maritime Buoyant Plate body armor contract framework valued at over $20m.
Mountain Horse and NP Aerospace will supply up to 11,000 of the LASA LWB III+ IC06 MBP Maritime Buoyant Plates, which are lightweight and feature a highly durable waterproof Polyurea coating. The contract framework is for a four-year period and has a maximum value of $20,599,334. Mountain Horse and NP Aerospace were selected due to their ability to meet U.S. Navy strict performance requirements.
Mountain Horse, a key supplier to the U.S. Armed Forces and Government Agencies, selected NP Aerospace as hard armor manufacturer due to the company’s extensive experience working with global defense organizations including Canada’s Department of National Defence and the UK Ministry of Defence. NP Aerospace has supplied over 200,000 body armor plates to British and Canadian Armed Forces, more than 1 million ballistic helmets and armor systems for over 2,000 NATO vehicles used in overseas operations.
Chris Witts, Director, Mountain Horse Solutions, said: “We are thrilled and honored to be awarded this contract. Supplying the U.S. Navy with a top-quality critical safety product, like the Maritime Buoyant Hard Armor plate, is a significant achievement. Mountain Horse Solutions is an expert in supply chain management and prides itself in providing the US Armed Forces with the highest quality and most innovative equipment available. This award confirms the strength of Mountain Horse Solutions’ partnership with NP Aerospace and our commitment to supplying rapid response innovative solutions to the military.”
James Kempston, CEO, NP Aerospace, said: “Being awarded the U.S. Navy Maritime Buoyant Plate body armor contract is a testament to our experience in composite armor technology. Our personal armor has been used by frontline allied forces for over 25 years. We are proud to be supporting Mountain Horse and the U.S. Navy in supplying our troops with the lightest weight, highest performing, top quality products in the market. The LWB III+ IC06 MBP Maritime Buoyant Plate is able to comfortably meet the ballistic threat required by the U.S. Navy and delivers the wearability and buoyancy required in maritime operations.”
NP Aerospace is a global armor manufacturer with extensive experience in complex, military programs. The company’s body armor portfolio includes a range of ballistic plates to meet demanding defense requirements from NIJ Level III plates for standard military operations to NIJ Level IV plus special threats plates.
Mountain Horse Solutions and NP Aerospace were awarded the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) contract N61331-20-D-0014, as an ID/IQ (Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity) to provide Maritime Buoyant Body Armor (MBP), both in torso and side configurations.
Gerber TRUSS
August 5th, 2020The new Gerber Truss is an all-inclusive multi-tool, with 17 tools built to the exacting needs of the professional user in a size-conscious design.
Features:
Needlenose pliers
Regular pliers
Wire cutter
2.25″ plain edge blade
2.25″ serrated edge blade
Scissors
Saw
Real cross driver
Small, medium, and large flathead drivers
Can opener
Bottle opener
Awl
File
Ruler
Wire stripper
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Diamond Age Unveil Advanced NeoSteel Tactical Helmet
August 5th, 2020The steel helmet has evolved, introducing a revolutionary, high-performance, ballistic helmet now available from Diamond Age.
McKinney, Texas (August 2020) – Texas-based, materials science and ballistics specialists, Diamond Age, have unveiled their latest addition to the tactical helmet market with the introduction of the groundbreaking new NeoSteel™ Helmet, a modular designed tactical-style helmet comprised of the most technologically advanced metal alloys.
Revolutionary in design, function, and material capability, the NeoSteel Helmet is an evolution in personal protection. Designed to meet the ever-changing needs of police and military personnel, including reserves and auxiliaries, the NeoSteel Helmet is the result of years of scientific research and development to ensure a high level of ballistic performance (VPAM-3 + Special Threats) at the lightest possible weight with all-day comfort and balance characteristics.
Diamond Age CEO, Jake Ganor, commented, “We are thrilled to be unveiling the NeoSteel Helmet to our law enforcement, security, rescue, contractor, and personal defense customers. Not since the original combat helmets have we seen such a huge step forward in protective tactical helmets. The NeoSteel Helmet is a metallurgical milestone. It’s what the M1 steel-pot helmet would have evolved into, had it not been abandoned in favor of the K-Pot helmet.”
During the NeoSteel Helmet R&D, it underwent rigorous developmental testing for ballistic impact and Diamond Age is proud to announce the NeoSteel Helmet offers best-in-class performance for minimal backface deformation (BFD) and impact trauma. Unlike current polymer-based helmets, the NeoSteel is also environmentally stable, providing users years of consistent rim-to-rim protection, without material degradation that would severely compromise protection performance.
“We’re confident that the NeoSteel Helmet hits the mark as the world’s toughest combat helmet. Development of leading-edge ballistic equipment is our single purpose and our testing has shown the NeoSteel to be capable of withstanding tremendous operational damage before its form or function is compromised,” Ganor added.
Diamond Age will soon offer accessories and attachments for the NeoSteel Helmet. Now available in Black, Green, or Tan and in Medium or Large/Extra-Large for an MSRP of $195.00.
Bushnell Now Shipping Powerview 2 Binoculars
August 5th, 2020
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – August 4, 2020 – Bushnell®, an industry leader in performance optics, announced today that it has started shipping the Powerview™ 2, an evolution of their popular Powerview line of binoculars that have offered industry-leading value for over a decade.
A versatile, general-use binocular, Powerview 2 models feature an aircraft grade, aluminum alloy chassis built for durability without adding unnecessary weight and bulk. Each model sports high-quality, soft-touch black rubber armor and brushed metal texture finishes that give it an eye-catching modern exterior design and superior ergonomics.
Available now for purchase at prices ranging from $39.99 to $79.99, Powerview 2 fits within nearly everyone’s budget. The line offers compact, mid- and full-size options in roof or porro prism configurations ranging from 10x to 20x magnification. This wide assortment provides multiple options for any outdoor adventure.
Multi-coated optics provide a clear, vibrant image, even in low light. The focus wheel is designed for ultra-smooth performance, allowing the user to quickly focus on the subject and get exceptional definition. All Powerview 2 binoculars have an adjustable diopter, and come with soft-touch rubber armor that’s textured along the sides and on the bridge for easy handling and a confident grip.
Powerview 2 binoculars are available in the following configurations and prism systems: Compact 10x25mm folding roof prism, 16x32mm folding roof prism. Mid-size 10x42mm roof prism, and Full Size 10x50mm Porro prism, 12x50mm Porro prism and 20x50mm Porro prism. All models have fold-down eyecups except for the 10×42 roof prism model which has twist-up eye cups.
All mid and full size Powerview 2 models are tripod compatible. Available accessories include a tripod adapter and bino harness. For more information on this new line of products please visit www.bushnell.com/binoculars/
Safran Optics 1 ECOTI
August 5th, 2020
The Enhanced Clip-On Thermal Imager or ECOTI from Safran Optics 1 adds a thermal overlay to the image intensified (I2) NVD scene without modification of existing hardware. It also offers HUD (Heads Up Display) capability that provides real-time, geo-referenced navigation/route execution. When used with Android devices, the NVD becomes a remote display for identifying teammates, targets and route points.
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Air Force Special Warfare Career Fields Update Entry Requirements
August 5th, 2020JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-CHAPMAN TRAINING ANNEX, Texas (AFNS) —
Air Force Special Warfare has refined its rich history of Assessment and Selection for entry into the special tactics and Guardian Angel career fields.
A&S is a character-based process that is indexed off of physical performance and mental fortitude, but fuses the cognitive domain to build a unit of action–an agile and adaptive operator. A&S is a high performance system designed to prepare operators for uncertainty, to embrace pressure and improve their crisis management abilities.
“No inflection point, we’ve been doing this for 65 years so this isn’t new to us,” said Chief Master Sgt. Jamie Clark, Special Warfare Training Wing command chief. “Our A&S has always been about developing the operator, a problem solver, not a specialty. Let’s not mince words though, it starts and ends with grit. At the very core, our A&S is a talent management process designed to build an Air Force joint leader to project airpower in combat, humanitarian and gray zone operations.”
In January of 2019, the wing revised its previous A&S into a single, more comprehensive process designed to push and test the upper limits of a candidate’s physical, mental and cognitive abilities. The course is four weeks long and aspiring attendees consist of pararescue, combat control, special reconnaissance, combat rescue officer and special tactics officer candidates. Previously, candidates of these career fields attended different initial entry courses such as the Pararescue Indoctrination Course or Combat Control Selection Course.
“In the past, combat control and pararescue candidates went through the Indoctrination Course together,” said Senior Master Sgt. Lopaka Mounts, A&S superintendent. “Bringing combat control, pararescue and now special reconnaissance back into the same A&S ensures candidates are evaluated along the same guidelines for trainability, suitability and durability.”
This A&S is no different than other special operations career fields across the Department of Defense. Its task and purpose is to ensure candidates have the requisite attributes to operate in any environment under extreme conditions, either individually or in small teams with limited to no support infrastructure. Stress is levied on candidates to simulate and inoculate them to high-risk, reduced signature and politically sensitive situations they will face in their careers, so attrition is expected.
“There is always going to be stress put on candidates in this course because we need to ensure they are able to perform. Therefore, attrition is unavoidable,” Mounts said. “The physical and mental tests throughout A&S is purposeful, anchored to and meant to ensure our candidates meet mission requirements. Candidates should come to the course ready to crush the standards that are in place.”
The goal has always been readiness and lethality while increasing operational placement and access, as well as range and maneuverability to operate in contested and noncontested environments. In essence, it’s about preparing the environment, which is what the Air Force envisioned when it created GA and ST. A&S is the mechanism to achieve this goal.
“We’re extremely proud of our GA and ST lineage and history. A&S is vital to what we represent, why wouldn’t it be? It’s the benchmark experience of who we are and fight for,” Clark said. “Our goal has and continues to be to position the Air Force to be successful, to create an unfair fight so we win. This is no more evident than the ultimate sacrifice paid by some of our heroes like William Pitsenbarger, John Chapman, Jason Cunningham, Scott Duffman, Scott Sather, Andy and Sean Harvell and Bill Schroeder.”
By 1st Lt Jeremy Huggins, Special Warfare Training Wing
TacJobs – Nightforce Optics Seeks Senior Electrical Engineer
August 5th, 2020Nightforce Optics was established in 1992 with one goal in mind: to build the finest riflescopes on the market. The same qualities that have made Nightforce the choice of professionals have now created a dedicated following among hunters and serious shooters.
Note: All job offers are contingent on passing pre-employment requirements, including a drug screen and criminal background check.
**This position can be based in either of our office sites located in Orofino, ID and Meridian, ID.
PURPOSE:
Responsible for integration of electro-mechanical and/or electro-optical systems into riflescopes, sporting optics, and related accessories. Must possess the ability to apply the following: Analog and digital circuit design, PCB layout, embedded firmware, software for PC and mobile devices, and testing/validation for project-specific goals
Technical Experience, Qualifications & Skills Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• 10+ years’ experience in hands-on hardware and firmware design
• Working knowledge of signal processing, communication protocols, sensing, displays, PCB layout, programming languages, and wireless communications.
• Strong familiarity of FCC certification requirements and procedures for embedded devices
• Ability to prioritize workload effectively and manage a project from concept to full production
• Languages: C/C++, Assembly
• Prototype fabrication and assembly, including surface mount and through-hole soldering, testing and validation
• Solid debugging skills and the ability to solve difficult problems
• Self-motivated to resolve problems in creative ways, researching new technologies and standards
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and skills quickly. Dynamic and open-minded.
• Must have excellent written & verbal communication skills, be team-oriented and be able to work autonomously
Desired Qualifications:
• Proficient with embedded test equipment
• RTOS experience including low level hardware drivers
• Software: Altium Designer, Subversion, other IDE’s for microcontroller development
• Experience designing for and testing MIL-STD-416 environmental, ESD, and EMI compliance
• Real-time, event driven firmware programming
• Low power, battery operated hardware and firmware design
• Protocols: USB, SPI, I2C, RS-232/485, Bluetooth, 802.15.4 (Zigbee)
• Graphical user interface and human interface device design is a plus
• Optical and opto-mechanical experience would be considered a plus
• Contribute expertise to and learn from the R&D group
Core Accountabilities:
• Component selection and circuit design for position sensing, environmental sensing, data display, user interface, wired and wireless communications in battery operated systems
• Assemble and validate high-reliability prototypes for in-field use
• Provide technical documentation and support for production, including PCB design files, bill of materials, firmware binaries, assembly/operating procedures, testing and inspection criteria, etc.
• Coordinate with other team members to ensure proper fit, form, and function using 3D models, drawings, etc.
• Work directly with prototype shops ensuring timely delivery of prototypes to verify new designs.
• Serve as technical correspondent to materials making sure product details are successfully communicated to vendors.
• Ensure vendors comply with specs and are approved prior to manufacturing according to organizational guidelines.
• Work with customer requests, sales vision and emerging technologies to ensure projects fulfil market demand and sales potential.
• Manage modifications to all design files and documentation.
• Task status is regularly and formally communicated to project teams
• Ensure changes follow the ECO process and are documented appropriately
• Provide feedback to design engineers on customer problems and needs
• Conduct research that tests and analyses the feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment and components and systems.
• Recommend design modification to eliminate quality issues
• Guide product through the entire design phase, including the transfer from final design samples to implemented production.
• Other duties, as required
Process Improvement:
• Define methodology and present proposals for process improvements
• Detail process design improvements to relevant US standards
• Manage procurement of equipment, jigs and fixtures
• Prepare information for quotes for new product and product parts
• Plan & manage projects within outlined scope and within acceptable time frames
• Contribute to cost down projects
Nightforce Optics is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability or any other category protected by law.
For more information about our company and its products, please go to nightforceoptics.com.
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