What Data Device Corp. does

Data Device Corporation (DDC) is a privately held US designer and manufacturer of high-reliability data bus networking, transformer/magnetic, and radiation-hardened connectivity components for aerospace, defense, space, and industrial applications. Founded in 1964 in Hicksville, New York and now headquartered in Bohemia, NY, DDC operates a 130,000 sq. ft. AS9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified facility in New York plus AS9100:2016 certified manufacturing in Ensenada and Matamoros, Mexico, with sales and operations offices in the United Kingdom (Newbury), Germany (Munich), and India (Bangalore), employing more than 600 personnel across roughly 200,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing footprint.

Its core technology spans MIL-STD-1553/1760, ARINC 429/717, Fibre Channel, Gigabit Ethernet, 1394b, CANbus, Serial I/O, and IEEE 802.1Q Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN), delivered as integrated circuits, board-level products, Avionics Interface Computers, magnetics (Beta Transformer and North Hills brands), space-qualified radiation-hardened components, and supporting test/analysis software (dataSIMS, BusTrACEr). DDC designs these products to deterministic, fault-tolerant, SWaP-C optimized specifications compliant with MIL-PRF-38534 (Class D/G/H/K), MIL-PRF-38535 (Class B/Q/S/V), MIL-STD-883, MIL-STD-202, IPC-A-610, and DO-160/178/254 for civil aerospace, with field-proven rad-hard components claimed on thousands of missions over two decades without flight failures and 200M+ hours of in-service history.

DDC monetizes primarily through direct enterprise sales of hardware products, one-time-licensed software (dataSIMS, BusTrACEr, SDKs), and custom hybrid/ASIC engineering services, supported by a global network of Field Service Representatives and Applications Engineers. Revenue is not publicly disclosed. Customer concentrations sit in defense primes and platforms (Lockheed Martin F-35/F-22/F-18/C-17, Raytheon, General Atomics, L-3, Harris), commercial airframers (Boeing 737/747/777/787, Airbus A320/A330/A340/A350/A380), ground vehicles (JLTV, M1A2, Bradley), and space programs (ISS, Hubble, JWST, GPS, Galileo, Mars rovers, Boeing CST-100 Starliner). Growth has historically been supported by tuck-in M&A — National Hybrid (2013), Pascall and XCEL (2015), Maxwell Microelectronics (2016), and North Hills Signal Processing (2017) — alongside ongoing product launches such as the 2024 Cyber Resilient Total-ACE MIL-STD-1553 component, Nano-ACE SPI-to-1553 interface, space-grade LEON 4FT SBC, and TSN portfolio.

Name

Data Device Corp.

Legal name

Data Device Corporation

Website

https://ddc-web.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aerospace and Defense Electronics

NAICS

Bare Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing (334412), Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (3341), Hardware Manufacturing (33251)

SIC

Printed Circuit Boards (3672), Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Electronic Coils, Transformers & Other Inductors (3677)

akta.pro primary industry

PCB Assembly (PCBA/EMS) (HDAHAOAI)

Keywords

• MIL-STD-1553 data bus
• Avionics interface computers
• Radiation hardened components
• High reliability transformers
• Time-sensitive networking

Headquarters

HQ city

Bohemia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Products: Sale of high-reliability data bus networking products including subsystems, boards, components (MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, Fibre Channel), transformers, magnetic solutions, and radiation hardened components.
2. Software Products: Sale of software solutions including dataSIMS avionics data bus test and analysis software, BusTrACEr MIL-STD-1553 graphical monitor/generator, ARINC 429 data bus analysis and simulation tools, and development SDKs.
3. Custom Solutions: Custom hybrid and ASIC solutions, custom boards and systems, and custom magnetics for specialized applications requiring non-standard configurations.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Data Device Corporation (DDC) is a world leader in the design and manufacture of high-reliability connectivity solutions — data networking components, processor-based subsystems, transformers, magnetic components, and radiation-hardened microelectronics — for aerospace, defense, space, and industrial applications. The company sells MIL-STD-1553/1760, ARINC 429/717, Fibre Channel, Ethernet, CANbus, Serial I/O, and Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) products, with on-site field application engineering and custom hybrid/ASIC design services.

Product overview

Data Device Corporation (DDC) is a world leader in high-reliability connectivity solutions for aerospace, defense, space, and industrial applications. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio organized into four main product categories: (1) Connectivity Solutions including MIL-STD-1553 data bus products (boards, components, terminals), ARINC 429/717 solutions, Avionics Interface Computers, Fibre Channel, and Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN); (2) Transformers & Magnetics under Beta Transformer and North Hills brands covering MIL-STD-1553 transformers, wideband transformers, video baluns, and instrumentation; (3) Radiation Hardened (Rad Hard) Solutions for space applications; and (4) Custom Solutions including hybrid and ASIC design services. Key product families include AceXtreme, Total-ACE, Nano-ACE, Micro-ACE, and SP'ACE for MIL-STD-1553 interfaces, supported by software tools like dataSIMS and BusTrACEr. The company serves markets including civil aerospace (fixed wing, vertical lift), defense (aerospace, ground vehicles), and space (satellites, launch systems, rovers) with products deployed on platforms such as F-35, F-22, Boeing 787, and the International Space Station.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Beta Transformer: World leader in high performance military, commercial, and space qualified magnetic components, offering the world's smallest transformers and inductors
• North Hills
• National Hybrid (NHi)

Products and services

• MIL-STD-1553 Data Bus Solutions Complete MIL-STD-1553/1760 data bus solutions including subsystems, boards, components, and software for defense, civil aerospace, and space markets. Products include BC/RT/MT terminals, transceivers, and protocol interfaces.
• ARINC 429/717 Data Bus Solutions ARINC 429 and ARINC 717 embedded and lab grade boards, LRUs, and components for commercial aerospace data transfer and flight-critical data communications.
• Avionics Interface Computers (AIC) Processor-based solutions providing seamless connectivity between MIL-STD-1553/1760, ARINC 429, Fibre Channel, Ethernet, and other protocols. Includes Compact AIC, Lab AIC, and Rugged AIC variants.
• Fibre Channel Solutions High-speed Fibre Channel network access controllers, switches, and accessories for real-time processing demands of field-critical data networking between sensors, computers, storage, and weapons systems.
• Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) Solutions IEEE 802.1Q real-time Ethernet extensions providing high accuracy time synchronization, deterministic traffic scheduling, and robust redundancy for aerospace applications.
• Gigabit Ethernet & 1394b Interface Solutions High-speed data networking transformers and interface solutions including Gigabit Ethernet transformers and 1394b interface transformers per SAE AS5643/1.
• Multi-Protocol Board Solutions High-density scalable connectivity enabling MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429/717, RS-232/422/485 Serial I/O, CANbus and Discrete I/O on single boards or boxes.
• Radiation Hardened (Rad Hard) Solutions Space-qualified radiation hardened MIL-STD-1553 components, transformers, and couplers designed for extreme space environmental requirements.
• Beta Transformer MIL-STD-1553 Products MIL-STD-1553 pulse transformers, couplers, and cables optimized for military, commercial, and space applications. Offers industry's smallest transformers with MIL-PRF-21038 compliance.
• North Hills Wideband and RF Components Wideband transformers, video baluns, instrumentation devices, and precision RF components for aerospace and defense applications.
• Wideband Video and Instrumentation Solutions Wideband transformers, video isolation transformers, video baluns, and instrumentation bridges including return loss bridges and longitudinal balance bridges.
• Custom Hybrid and ASIC Solutions Custom hybrid and ASIC design and manufacturing capabilities spanning electrical design, mechanical design, test engineering, and product assurance for optimized subsystem solutions.
• Total-ACE Product Family Fully integrated MIL-STD-1553 solutions in single packages including protocol, 2Mb RAM, transceivers, and isolation transformers. Includes Total-ACE, Total-AceXtreme, and Total-Space ACE variants.
• Nano-ACE World's fastest SPI to MIL-STD-1553 interface providing highly efficient interface between SoC processors and MIL-STD-1553 bus with ultra-low power consumption.
• Micro-ACE / Mini-ACE Product Family Mini-ACE and Micro-ACE Plus MIL-STD-1553 terminal solutions for embedded systems requiring compact form factors.
• SP'ACE Product Family Radiation-tolerant MIL-STD-1553 solutions for space applications including SP'ACE II and SP'ACE RT II terminals.
• AceXtreme Product Family MIL-STD-1553 interface solutions including AceXtreme bridge devices, PCI Express cards, and PC/104-Plus cards for embedded avionics systems.
• 1553 BusLink USB-to-MIL-STD-1553 Adapter USB to MIL-STD-1553 adapter enabling easy avionics bus access from laptops or tablets.
• Cyber Resilient MIL-STD-1553 Component (BU-64863T8-602 Total-ACE CR) Cyber resilient MIL-STD-1553 component addressing cyber threats for aerospace and defense applications with unprecedented security features for mission-critical systems.
• Ceramic Hermetic DDR2 Memory for Space First ceramic hermetic DDR2 memory available for space applications.
• Quad-Core LEON 4FT 3U SpaceVPX SBC First off-the-shelf Quad-Core LEON 4FT 3U SpaceVPX rad-hard single board computer.
• Rad-Hard 16-Bit ADC for Space Rad-hard, latchup immune 16-bit analog-to-digital converter for space applications.
• dataSIMS Avionics Data Bus Test and Analysis Software Avionics data bus test and analysis software accelerating development and deployment with support for all data protocols and I/O formats.
• BusTrACEr MIL-STD-1553 Graphical Monitor/Generator Software MIL-STD-1553 graphical monitor and generator software enabling generation or monitoring of live data without writing code, with one-click ANSI 'C' source code generation.
• Interface Cables for Aerospace Environments Customizable cable assemblies for aerospace environments including MIL-C-17 and RAYCHEM cables with various connector configurations.
• Network Testers and Relay Devices MIL-STD-1553 handheld network testers for bus diagnostics and testing in field and lab environments, plus double pole single throw bus switching relays (DBR1000 and DBR2000 series) for disconnecting RTs or bus segments without physical cable disconnection.
• Ultra-Compact 1553 Magnetics Solutions Ultra-compact 1553 magnetics solutions for space savings and optimized system connectivity.
• BU-67123U201 MIL-STD-1553 to USB Maintenance Adapter Second generation dual channel USB-to-1553 maintenance adapter with quick connect/disconnect cables.

Quantifiable outcome

• Deployed on thousands of missions over 2 decades without any flight failures
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers23 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Boeing CST-100 StarlinercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 August 2022DDC components are onboard Boeing's CST-100 Starliner space capsule as announced in August 2022. DDC provides space-qualified radiation hardened components for commercial crew vehicles.
• Harris Electronic SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018DDC was recognized by Harris Electronic Systems for flawless manufacturing execution in 2018. DDC provides motion control Synchro/Resolver-to-Digital conversion components for Harris programs.
• BoeingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018DDC subsidiary Beta/North Hills was recognized by Boeing for performance excellence in 2018. DDC provides transformers and magnetic solutions for Boeing commercial and defense aircraft including 747, 757, 777, 787.
• HoneywellcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018DDC received Honeywell Sensor and Guidance Supplier Excellence Award. DDC provides data bus and connectivity solutions for Honeywell aerospace electronics systems.
• General AtomicscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016DDC received General Atomics Supplier Excellence Awards in 2016, 2012, 2010 and 2018 Supplier of the Year award for exceptional quality and delivery performance. DDC provides data bus solutions for General Atomics' unmanned aerial systems.
• RaytheoncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2012DDC has received multiple Raytheon Supplier Excellence Awards including 3 Star Supplier Excellence Awards in 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, and IDS Supplier Excellence Award in 2006. DDC provides MIL-STD-1553 data bus solutions for Raytheon defense programs.
• L-3 Communication Systems-WestcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2011DDC received L-3 Communication Systems-West 2011 Platinum Award for Exceptional Supplier Quality and Delivery Performance. DDC provides connectivity solutions for L-3 defense electronics programs.
• Lockheed MartincoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2010DDC received Lockheed Martin Platinum Level Preferred Supplier Award in 2010, STAR Supplier Award in 2006, and Gold Supplier Award in 2004. DDC provides data bus solutions for F-35 and other Lockheed Martin programs.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Others

• L3Harris Technologies:

Direct peers

• Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions: Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solutions segment designs and manufactures high-reliability data bus, networking, and signal processing electronics (including legacy DTC/DAICO heritage) for aerospace and defense platforms. Direct competitor to DDC in MIL-STD-1553 and tactical networking on programs like F-35 and various ground vehicles.
• Mercury Systems: Mercury Systems provides mission-critical, secure processing subsystems for aerospace and defense applications, including data bus interface boards and avionics networking. Comparable high-reliability electronics manufacturer serving similar primes and platforms, with stronger software-defined systems positioning.
• Microchip Technology (Microsemi): Microchip, through its Microsemi acquisition, supplies radiation-hardened and hi-rel MIL-STD-1553 protocol ICs, transceivers, and space-grade microelectronics. Direct component-level competitor to DDC's AceXtreme, Total-ACE and rad-hard product lines on aerospace and space programs.
• Excalibur Systems: Excalibur Systems specializes in MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, and Fibre Channel interface cards, analyzers, and test/embedded tools for avionics and defense. Closest niche direct peer to DDC in 1553 data bus test, simulation, and embedded interface products.

Broad incumbents

• Ball Aerospace (BAE Systems): Ball Aerospace (now part of BAE Systems) provides space-qualified electronics, sensors, and tactical networking across defense and intelligence programs. Overlaps with DDC in rad-hard space electronics and defense data bus applications but operates at much larger scale and broader scope.
• Honeywell Aerospace: Honeywell Aerospace designs avionics, flight management, and connectivity systems for civil and military aircraft. Major incumbent buyer and competitor adjacent to DDC on platforms like Boeing 787 and Airbus A350, with whom DDC maintains supplier relationships.
• Collins Aerospace: Collins Aerospace (Raytheon Technologies / RTX) supplies avionics, communication, and networking systems for commercial and military platforms. Broad incumbent with overlapping avionics interface and connectivity offerings versus DDC's data bus portfolio.
• Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions: Cobham (now part of Transdigm/Advent) supplies hi-rel RF, data bus, and embedded electronic solutions for aerospace and defense. Comparable in product breadth to DDC across 1553, ARINC, and hi-rel magnetics, but with broader RF/microwave focus and larger scale.
• Ultra Electronics (Ultra Maritime): Ultra Electronics provides hi-reliability electronics, sonar, and communications for naval, aerospace, and ground defense. Overlaps with DDC's hi-rel data bus and magnetics portfolio on naval and military aerospace programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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