Vertex Solutions

What Vertex Solutions does

Vertex Solutions is a privately held, woman-owned small business headquartered in Orlando, Florida, founded in 1996 (with some sources citing 1999), that develops Extended Reality (XR) training technology for military, federal civilian, and commercial aviation customers. The company's core products include Immersive Training Devices (ITDs), reconfigurable Mixed Reality flight simulators for aircraft such as the T-38, T-6B, F-16, TH-1H, and AH-64 Apache, the Navy MK 16 Underwater Breathing Apparatus Simulator, and a multi-modal training ecosystem built around Archer Aviation's Midnight eVTOL targeting FAA Level 7 certification. Vertex has deployed over 400 VR/MR training devices across the U.S. Department of Defense and counts USAF, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, USSOCOM, DHS, FAA, NATO, and international allied militaries among its customer base.

The technology stack combines proprietary AI-enabled hand-tracking software that fuses multiple COTS sensors to achieve >95% gesture recognition accuracy, the VertexITS intelligent tutoring system that delivers adaptive performance feedback, and physics-based simulation models including those for diving gas and fluid dynamics. Vertex's Generation 2 ITD architecture achieves roughly 85% hardware commonality across aircraft types, enabling rapid reconfigurability and an order-of-magnitude lifecycle cost reduction versus full-motion simulators. The platform integrates third-party components from Ryan Aerospace (hardware), Varjo (XR-4 headsets), Aechelon Technology (image generators), Garmin (avionics emulation), ASTi (audio), TakeFlight Interactive (courseware), and Bohemia Interactive Simulations (VBS).

Vertex generates revenue primarily as a prime contractor on multiple U.S. government IDIQ vehicles — including OASIS+, GSA MAS, Seaport NxG, the Navy XR STASC IDIQ ($28M ceiling), AETC Courseware Development & Delivery, and MDA SHIELD ($151B ceiling) — with additional revenue from subcontractor relationships, international military sales (Colombia, Thailand, Vietnam, UK), and emerging commercial aviation work (Archer, LIFT Academy, Etihad). Revenue streams span hardware sales of training devices, professional services including Interactive Multimedia Instruction and Contractor Logistics Support, mobile learning applications, and on-site technical support. The company is privately held by Principal Owner, Chairwoman and CEO Sandra Reiter, with no disclosed external venture capital or private equity backing.

Name

Vertex Solutions

Legal name

Vertex Solutions

Website

https://vertexsolutions.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Vertex Solutions is a privately held, woman-owned small business developing Extended Reality (XR) training systems — Mixed Reality flight simulators, Immersive Training Devices, and physics-based simulators — primarily for U.S. Department of Defense agencies, allied foreign militaries, and emerging commercial Advanced Air Mobility customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Military Aviation Training Technology

NAICS

Flight Training (611512), Computer Systems Design Services (541512), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

Modeling, Simulation, Digital Twins & Mission Rehearsal Systems (IMABAOAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Digital Twins & Scenario-Based Systems Training (Equipment/Process Simulators) (EDAFAJAJ)

Keywords

• Extended reality training
• Mixed reality simulators
• Military pilot training
• Interactive multimedia instruction
• 3D modeling simulation

Headquarters

HQ city

Niceville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Government Contracts - Defense: Revenue primarily from DoD contracts including USAF, USN, Army, and SOCOM for XR training devices, simulators, and support services. Delivered under OTA agreements through DIU, IDIQ vehicles, and direct contracts.
2. Professional Services - On-site Support: On-site technical support, training system implementation, CLS (Contractor Logistics Support), cybersecurity, integrated training and scenario development services.
3. Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI): Courseware design, development and delivery services spanning all levels of IMI from passive reception to advanced Level 4 XR simulation.
4. Mobile Learning & Performance Support Apps: Custom mobile applications for government clients including 3D visualization, performance support, and training apps for various platforms.
5. International Military Contracts: Revenue from international sales to allied nations including Colombian Aerospace Force, Thailand (AT-6TH), Vietnam (T-6C) for immersive training devices.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Vertex Solutions designs, develops, and delivers extended reality (XR) and mixed reality (MR) flight training devices, 3D modeling and simulation services, interactive multimedia instruction (IMI), and mobile learning applications primarily for U.S. Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies, and international allied military customers. Solutions combine proprietary AI-enabled hand-tracking software, the VertexITS intelligent tutoring system, and reconfigurable hardware to provide high-fidelity, cost-effective pilot, aircrew, and specialized training across fighter, transport, rotary-wing, and eVTOL platforms.

Product overview

Vertex Solutions provides a comprehensive portfolio of extended reality (XR) training solutions for military and commercial aviation. The core offerings include Extended Reality Training Devices (Immersive Training Devices, portable ITDs, Instructor Operator Stations), Mixed Reality Flight Simulators (MXR series for T-38, F-16, TH-1H, and specialized platforms like the Archer Midnight eVTOL), 3D Modeling/Simulation/Animation services, Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI) across all levels, Mobile Learning & Performance Support apps, and On-Site Support Services. Supporting these products is VertexITS, an intelligent tutoring system that provides adaptive feedback and performance analytics. The company also offers the Archer Midnight XR Training Experience, a multi-modal ecosystem combining VR walkaround, desktop trainer, and MR flight simulation. Products leverage integrations with Varjo headsets, Aechelon image generators, RYAN AEROSPACE hardware, Garmin avionics, ASTi audio, TakeFlight courseware, Bohemia Interactive VBS, and LMS platforms. Vertex is a woman-owned small business serving U.S. DoD, federal agencies, and international customers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Extended Reality (XR) Training Devices Virtual, mixed, and augmented reality training systems including Immersive Training Devices (ITD), portable ITDs (pITD), and Instructor Operator Stations for military and commercial aviation training.
• Mixed Reality Flight Simulators Modular mixed reality trainers combining physical avionics panels with immersive virtual environments, including reconfigurable cockpits, adaptive scenarios, and real-time analytics for pilot training across fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft.
• MXR T-38 Reconfigurable Mixed Reality Fighter Trainer High-fidelity mixed reality simulator for T-38 jet pilot training with interactive cockpit, 85% hardware commonality for swift reconfigurability, and open architecture.
• MXR F-16 Reconfigurable Mixed Reality Fighter Trainer Pioneering MR system blending digital environments with physical cockpits for F-16 training, featuring interactive cockpit, force feedback controls, and true-to-life responses.
• Archer Midnight MR Flight Simulator Training Device Next-generation eVTOL training system engineered for FAA, GCAA, and EASA pilot certification pathways, built to FAA Level 7 standards with reconfigurable cockpit, Varjo XR-4 headsets, and Aechelon image generator.
• Archer Midnight XR Training Experience Multi-modal training ecosystem blending VR walkaround trainer, desktop trainer with TakeFlight courseware, and MR flight simulation device into a seamless certifiable flight training solution for the Archer Midnight eVTOL.
• MXR TFTD Fast-Jet MR Trainer (BAE Systems) Advanced mixed reality trainer for the BAE Systems OdySSEy Lite Program delivering immersive mission rehearsal and electronic warfare simulation for 4th-generation fast-jet pilots without full OFP replication.
• MXR TH-1H Reconfigurable Multi-Crew Mixed Reality Flight Simulator Multi-crew MR flight simulator with modular design for crew resource management, emergency procedures, and night vision goggle training, moving toward AATD and FAA FTD Level 7 certification.
• Immersive Training Device (ITD) High-fidelity VR/MR training devices for undergraduate pilot training, including cockpit simulation environments, network and data architecture support, and ancillary software for USAF Pilot Training Transformation.
• US Navy MK 16 Underwater Breathing Apparatus Simulator (UBASim) Mobile and man-portable MR training solution for U.S. Navy diver training with high-fidelity physics models, USB plug-and-play emulator, and wearable motion sensors for realistic underwater breathing apparatus simulation.
• VertexITS Intelligent Tutoring System Modular intelligent tutoring and training management system providing performance analysis and adaptive trainee feedback in XR applications, integrating with VBS, Prepar3D, Unity, and Unreal for real-time in-simulation guidance.
• 3D Modeling, Simulation & Animation Award-winning 3D modeling services creating millimeter-accurate digital twins of weapons systems, vehicles, and operational environments, including equipment modeling, character/avatar creation, environment modeling, and serious games development.
• Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI) Courseware design, development, and delivery across all IMI levels, including Levels 1-2 passive/limited participation courses, Level 3 serious games and scenario-based training, Level 4 XR simulations, live-action video production, and HTML5 courseware shell.
• Mobile Learning & Performance Support Custom mobile apps for Android, iOS, and Windows devices with 3D visualization, performance support, and HTML5 browser integration, serving USASOC, MCoE, TCM-Mobile, and other military clients.
• On-Site Support Services Corporate technical support, on-site device services, cybersecurity compliance assessment, and sustainment for delivered training devices, including installation, maintenance, software updates, and user training.

Quantifiable outcome

• 85% hardware commonality enabling swift reconfigurability across aircraft types
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

AI capability5 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered secondary and core.

• ASTi (Advanced Simulation Technology inc)secondaryTechnology or Integration · 21 January 2026Audio solutions partner for T-6B XR training devices. ASTi provides audio technology integrated into Vertex's immersive training devices for the U.S. Navy.
• BAE SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 December 2024Partnership under OdySSEy Lite Program to deliver MXR Targeted Fidelity Training Device (TFTD) Fast-Jet Trainer. Provides immersive mission rehearsal and electronic warfare simulation for 4th-generation fast-jet pilots. Interoperable with distributed mission training networks.
• Archer AviationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 December 2024Strategic partnership to develop Archer Midnight Mixed Reality Flight Training Device (MR FTD) for eVTOL pilot certification. Device targets FAA Level 7 FTD certification, supporting Archer's training programs with U.S. Air Force's AFWERX program and Etihad Aviation Training in UAE. Includes VR walkaround trainer, desktop trainer with embedded courseware, and high-fidelity MR flight simulation device.
• Aechelon TechnologycoreTechnology or Integration · 2 December 2024Partner providing Nucleus image generator for Archer Midnight MR FTD and other Vertex training devices. Also partnered with Vertex and Varjo on FAA Immersive Flight Simulation CRADA RFI to explore XR flight simulation standards.
• LinkVisum Consulting Group, Inc.secondaryImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 24 September 2024Partnership with LinkVisum to provide LMS PM Support Services for DHS Office of the Chief Human Capital Office (OCHCO).
• TakeFlight InteractivesecondaryTechnology or Integration · 3 April 2024Courseware provider powering the Archer Midnight XR Training Experience ecosystem. TakeFlight provides embedded learning content aligned to operational procedures for self-paced and instructor-led training modules.
• VarjocoreTechnology or Integration · 15 August 2023Partnership to provide mixed reality training solutions for U.S. Department of Defense. Varjo provides XR-4 headsets for Vertex's training devices. Partnership highlighted through Varjo announcements and joint customer deployments including U.S. Navy programs.
• LIFT Academy (Republic Airways)secondaryStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 January 2023Integration of Vertex Immersive Training Devices (ITDs) into LIFT Academy's cutting-edge training curriculum, marking first use of XR flight simulators in commercial airline history.
• Defense Innovation Unit (DIU)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 November 2022Multiple OTA agreements through DIU for pilot training transformation programs including PTT, MPMR, T-38 Gen 2, and Fighter Bomber Fundamentals (FBF). DIU Success Memo authorizes sole-source contracts for similar MR simulators.
• RYAN AEROSPACE (Australia)coreTechnology or Integration · 10 July 2020Over 6-year partnership to pioneer scalable VR/MR flight training systems. Ryan provides advanced simulator hardware; Vertex provides immersive training software, digital twin development, and systems integration. Delivered solutions for T-38, F-16, TH-1H, BAE OdySSEy Lite, and Apache attack helicopter configurations. Companies co-exhibit at I/ITSEC, IT2EC, and ITEC conferences.
• Bohemia Interactive SimulationssecondaryTechnology or Integration · 25 November 2019VertexITS intelligent tutoring system has been successfully integrated with Bohemia Interactive Simulations' Virtual Battlespace (VBS) software. VBS Blue IG used in BAE OdySSEy Lite program for distributed mission training networking.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• CAE: CAE is the global leader in civil and military flight simulation, producing full-motion simulators for pilot training across air forces, airlines, and OEMs. Directly comparable to Vertex's MR/ITD portfolio but operates at vastly greater scale with a much broader, hardware-heavy simulator business.
• Applied Research Associates (ARA): Larger defense research and engineering firm with significant modeling, simulation, and training work for U.S. Army and combatant commands. Competes with Vertex on training technology R&D and on Army-level training programs while also serving as a potential teammate on larger bids.
• FlightSafety International: Owned by Boeing, FlightSafety is one of the world's largest commercial and military aviation training organizations with full-motion Level D simulators and a global training center footprint. Competes with Vertex's XR flight training approach from the incumbent, hardware-intensive end of the market.

Direct peers

• Dignitas Technologies: Small business specializing in modeling, simulation, and training technology for U.S. Army and DoD customers, with deep OneSAF and emerging XR capabilities. Competes directly with Vertex for Army and joint training contracts using a similar IDIQ-driven GTM motion.
• Aptima Inc. Human-centered engineering and training technology small business that develops adaptive learning, performance assessment, and analytics tools for DoD and intelligence customers. Closely comparable to Vertex in size, science-based differentiation, and IDIQ-driven growth model.
• Tactical Simulations (TacSim): Small business providing modeling, simulation, and training solutions to U.S. Army and other DoD customers, with similar contract vehicles and small-business set-aside positioning. Comparable in size, customer base, and delivery model to Vertex Solutions.
• Bohemia Interactive Simulations: Developer of Virtual Battlespace (VBS), the dominant constructive simulation platform used by U.S. and allied militaries for mission rehearsal. Vertex's VertexITS integrates with VBS, and BISA competes for similar distributed mission training and IMI dollars within DoD training programs.
• SimIS Inc. Modeling, simulation, and training small business serving U.S. Army, Navy, and Marine Corps with custom 3D environments, IMI, and serious games. Directly comparable in size, contract vehicle portfolio (SBIR, OASIS), and service offerings to Vertex.
• MAK Technologies: Provider of distributed simulation interoperability tools (MAK One, VR-Link) used across DoD and allied training programs for live-virtual-constructive (LVC) integration. Adjacent but directly comparable as a small-business simulation vendor feeding into the same DoD training architecture.
• Ryan Aerospace: Australian XR flight simulator maker whose HELIMX and fixed-wing reconfigurable trainers are integrated with Vertex software as Vertex's go-to-market hardware partner. Their product portfolio (T-38, F-16, Apache MR trainers) directly overlaps Vertex's core offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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