HAVIK

What HAVIK does

HAVIK (legal entity: Havik LLC, Orlando, FL) builds a portable, high-fidelity virtual reality training platform for U.S. and allied military ground operators, with primary use cases in Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC), Joint Fires Observer (JFO), small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS), and Landing Zone / Drop Zone (LZ/DZ) operations. The company was founded in 2017 by Brad Denn, a former U.S. Navy SEAL, and sells primarily to U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM), Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC), Navy SEALs, Air Force JTACs, Marine Special Forces, and USMC JFOs.

The technical core is HAVIK Core™, a Unity engine-based platform using Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) hardware that is DIS 7 and CIGI compliant for interoperability with legacy DoD simulation systems, holds IL6-Secret Authority to Operate on the DMO classified network, and is built on a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA). The portfolio consists of a central interoperability platform (HAVIK Core™), three training modules (Joint Fires Trainer, sUAS Trainer, LZ/DZ Trainer), and two hardware kits — ATLAS (a 45-55 lb rugged-case standalone station) and SCOUT (additional networked stations) — all interoperable through DIS and CIGI standards and integrated with ATAK/WINTAK, Boeing MACE, Bohemia Interactive VBS4, VIVE VR headsets, and Varjo XR-4 Secure headsets for classified environments. HAVIK holds U.S. Patent No: 12165541 covering the Joint Fires Trainer and is the only system with full JFS ESC MoU accreditation for Type 1/2/3 CAS controls; it is not ITAR controlled, making it exportable to allied militaries.

HAVIK's revenue model combines prime government contracts (a $20M SOCOM IDIQ and a $15M AFSOC STRATFI R&D contract awarded in 2024), direct hardware-and-software kit sales (ATLAS, SCOUT) to military units, and recurring software licensing and updates. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales led by former military veterans, augmented by participation in defense industry events (SOF Week, I/ITSEC, AUSA, XPONENTIAL, Adriatic Strike, Fire Symposium) and a public-facing Navy SEAL Xperience VR attraction at the Navy SEAL Museum in San Diego operated in partnership with Technofex. The company holds ISO 27001 certification and operates as a privately held LLC.

Name

HAVIK

Legal name

Havik LLC

Website

https://havik.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

HAVIK builds a portable, COTS-based virtual reality training platform for U.S. military special operations forces, JTACs, and allied militaries, delivering accredited Joint Fires, sUAS, and LZ/DZ training through its Unity-based HAVIK Core™ platform and rugged ATLAS/SCOUT hardware kits.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Military Simulation Training

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Serious Games & Simulation Studios (Training, Defense, Enterprise) (MPAFAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Safety, Compliance & Risk Training Simulations (EHS, OSHA, Hazard Response) (EDAFAJAD), Virtual Training, Workshops & Masterclasses (Interactive Sessions) (MPAGAOAJ)

Keywords

• Military VR training
• Joint fires simulation
• Tactical training systems
• Defense simulation software
• Immersive combat training

Headquarters

HQ city

Orlando

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Defense Government Contracts: Prime contractor on SOCOM IDIQ contract ($20M) and STRATFI R&D contract ($15M) providing accredited VR training systems and support services to U.S. Special Operations Command and Air Force Special Operations Command.
2. Training System Product Sales: Sale of ATLAS and SCOUT training kits containing hardware (laptops, VR headsets, tablets) and HAVIK Core™ software licenses to military units and government agencies.
3. Software Licensing and Updates: Ongoing software updates, training module releases, and API access for custom plugin development by customers.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

HAVIK provides portable, high-fidelity virtual reality training systems for U.S. military forces. Its HAVIK Core™ software platform delivers accredited Joint Fires, sUAS (small Unmanned Aerial Systems), and LZ/DZ (Landing Zone/Drop Zone) training modules through two hardware kits (ATLAS and SCOUT) that use commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) components. The systems feature DIS/CIGI interoperability, IL6 classified network capability, and JFS ESC MoU accreditation enabling fully accredited JTAC training anywhere with power.

Product overview

HAVIK offers a modular platform-plus-modules architecture centered on HAVIK Core™, an interoperability platform that connects training products via DIS/CIGI standards. The portfolio includes three training modules: Joint Fires Trainer (JFT) for call-for-fire operations, sUAS Trainer for drone operations, and LZ/DZ Trainer for landing/drop zone training. Hardware offerings comprise ATLAS Kit (portable VR training case) and SCOUT (additional training stations). All products work together within HAVIK Core™ enabling distributed multi-user training across mission sets. The company also operates the Navy SEAL Xperience public VR attraction at the Navy SEAL Museum in San Diego.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HAVIK Core™: The core platform powering HAVIK's training system, providing interoperability with DIS and CIGI standards, designed to maximize COTS hardware with AAA training software.
• HAVIK Joint Fires Trainer (JFT)
• HAVIK sUAS Trainer
• HAVIK LZ/DZ Trainer
• ATLAS
• SCOUT
• Navy SEAL Xperience

Products and services

• HAVIK Core™ HAVIK's proprietary software platform that powers all training modules and hardware kits. Built on the Unity engine with DIS 7/CIGI interoperability, IL6 classified network capability with ATO, ATAK/WINTAK integration, One World Terrain compatibility, and AAA gaming graphics fidelity. Used by U.S. military JTACs and SOF operators for accredited joint fires, sUAS, and LZ/DZ training.
• Joint Fires Trainer (JFT) Accredited Joint Fires training module on the HAVIK Core™ platform, enabling fully qualified JTAC and JFO training with Type 1, 2, and 3 controls. Includes 25+ training scenarios plus Human Casualty and Munitions Familiarization modules. Used by U.S. military JTAC and JFO personnel to achieve and maintain Close Air Support certification.
• sUAS Trainer Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) training module covering sUAS employment, CASEVAC, and 9-line MEDEVAC procedures. Runs on the HAVIK Core™ platform for SOF sUAS operators and conventional small UAS teams.
• LZ/DZ Trainer Landing Zone / Drop Zone (LZ/DZ) training module on the HAVIK Core™ platform, used for selection, marking, and operations training by SOF personnel conducting rotary-wing and fixed-wing insertion operations.
• ATLAS Kit Single-case portable hardware kit (45-55 lbs) bundling the HAVIK Core™ software platform with a laptop, VR headset, and tablet in a rugged transport case. Designed for SOF deployment with 2-hour setup, 8-hour runtime, and 110V/220V power compatibility. Functions as a self-contained deployable training system for forward locations.
• SCOUT Kit Compact two-case variant of the ATLAS hardware kit providing reduced footprint while retaining the full HAVIK Core™ training capability. Designed for scenarios requiring more portability than the single-case ATLAS configuration.
• Navy SEAL Xperience Public-facing VR attraction at the National Navy SEAL Museum in Fort Pierce, Florida, developed by HAVIK in partnership with Technofex. Delivers an immersive Navy SEAL experience to museum visitors based on HAVIK's VR training technology.

Quantifiable outcome

• Fully accredited JTAC training system under JFS ESC MoU
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

AI capability6 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• VarjocoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with Varjo to integrate XR-4 Secure headset into HAVIK ATLAS JFT system for DMO classified network operations. Successfully achieved Milestone 2: Distributed Mission Operations under AFSOC STRATFI contract. System now operates in SCIF on IL6-Secret network with full Authority to Operate (ATO).
• U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerAFSOC STRATFI contract supporting development and deployment of HAVIK Core™ on DMO classified network. Multi-year partnership advancing distributed mission operations capabilities for special operations forces.
• U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner$20M IDIQ (Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity) contract providing HAVIK training systems to SOCOM and its component commands including Navy SEALs.
• TechnofexcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with Technofex for 4D motion chair technology powering the Navy SEAL Xperience VR attraction at the Navy SEAL Museum in San Diego.
• Navy SEAL MuseumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration to create Navy SEAL Xperience, a public-facing VR attraction showcasing HAVIK's military training technology adapted for museum visitors.
• VIVE (HTC)coreTechnology or IntegrationVIVE Elite VR headset included in ATLAS and SCOUT kits for immersive training experiences. VR headset agnostic platform also supports other headsets.
• Boeing (MACE)coreTechnology or IntegrationMACE (Manned Aircraft Simulator) simulation framework integrated into HAVIK Core™ platform for instructor station controls and SAF (Simulated Air Facility) operations.
• Bohemia Interactive (VBS4)coreTechnology or IntegrationVBS4 (Virtual Battle Space 4) SAF integration for mission planning and tactical decision exercises within HAVIK training scenarios.
• One World TerraincoreTechnology or IntegrationReal-world terrain data integration providing geospatially accurate training environments for multiple military installations including Ft. Sill, Camp Lejeune, Camp Pendleton, and others.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Bohemia Interactive Simulations: Developer of VBS4, the dominant desktop virtual battle space platform used across NATO militaries. HAVIK integrates VBS4 SAF into ATLAS kits and competes with it for tactical-decision-exercise and JTAC training budgets.
• Quantum3D: Provider of image-generators and visual simulation systems for military training, including DIS-compliant solutions. Overlaps with HAVIK Core™ in DIS/HLA-based visual simulation for tactical training.
• Dignitas Technologies: Specialist in military simulation, training, and mission-rehearsal software for U.S. Army and SOCOM. Competes in the same One World Terrain and LVC training ecosystem that HAVIK serves.
• SimIS: Defense simulation and training integrator building distributed training environments and serious games for U.S. military customers. Directly comparable in mission profile to HAVIK's distributed training focus.
• MAK Technologies: Provider of DIS/HLA interoperability software (MAK One) for distributed military simulation. Competes and complements HAVIK's DIS 7/CIGI interoperability layer for joint training networks.
• Applied Research Associates (ARA): R&D engineering firm operating a substantial defense simulation and training practice, including JTAC and joint fires training products. Direct competitor in accredited tactical training markets.

Broad incumbents

• CAE: Global defense and civil aviation training prime operating large-facility simulators and integrated live-virtual-constructive training programs for air, land, and maritime forces. Competes with HAVIK for DoD training dollars at the program-of-record level.
• Elbit Systems: Large Israeli defense electronics house with a training and simulation business line serving multiple militaries. Competes broadly in the same defense training market with deeper capture resources.
• Saab (Training & Simulation): Defense prime offering live and virtual military training systems, including deployable training solutions. Comparable to HAVIK in targeting portable and deployable training, but at significantly larger scale and broader product portfolio.
• Collins Aerospace: Major U.S. defense prime providing aerospace simulation, training, and mission systems. Competes for high-end military training program of record contracts that increasingly incorporate portable/VR components.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/havikvr

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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