Name

SimIS Inc.

Legal name

SimIS, Inc.

Website

https://simisinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Defense IT Services

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Other Computer Related Services (541519)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USV) & Autonomous Maritime Surface Platforms (IMABAIAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Autonomy Software, AI & Mission Management (UAS/UXV) (IMABAIAH)

Keywords

• Defense IT services
• Autonomous unmanned systems
• Modeling and simulation
• Cybersecurity compliance
• Government technology solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Suffolk

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Government IT Services Contracts: Prime contractor on DoD and DHS contracts providing engineering, software development, modeling and simulation, test and evaluation, and program management services. Major contracts include Army Research ($49.7M), MCEN SIAT ($1.1M), Navy SeaPort-NxG, and MDA SHIELD IDIQ ($151B potential value).
2. Autonomous Systems Hardware Sales: Sale of autonomous platforms including HTT (Human Type Targets), ADRT (Autonomous De-escalation Robotic Trainer), RiverScout ASV, and SAMS. Products include 3D torso with self-healing ballistic polymer and integrated AI capabilities.
3. Software Licensing: Licensing of proprietary software products including AIMS virtual medical trainer for healthcare training applications.
4. Data Center Services: Tier 3 certified data center offering colocation, network connectivity (high bandwidth, private transport), cloud services (IaaS, virtual cloud, hybrid infrastructure), managed services, and backup-as-a-service.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

SimIS Inc. delivers integrated IT services and proprietary autonomous solutions to U.S. defense, homeland security, and law enforcement clients. Its core offerings include autonomous unmanned platforms (HTT robotic targets, ADRT de-escalation trainer, RiverScout ASV, SAMS maritime system), modeling and simulation, test and evaluation, cybersecurity/CMMC compliance, AIMS medical training simulation, Tier 3 data center colocation, and 3D printing/rapid prototyping. The company operates as a prime contractor on major DoD vehicles including the MDA SHIELD IDIQ, Army Research, Navy SeaPort-NxG, and DHS contracts.

Product overview

SimIS Inc. is a Veteran Owned Small Business founded in 2007, offering an integrated portfolio of autonomous systems, training simulators, and IT solutions for defense and government clients. The core product line centers on autonomous unmanned platforms including SAMS (AI-powered maritime reconnaissance system), RiverScout (portable surveillance ASV), ADRT (AI-driven law enforcement training robot), and HTT (robotic moving targets for marksmanship training). Supporting offerings include AIMS medical training simulation, a Tier 3 certified data center, cybersecurity/CMMC compliance services, test and evaluation, modeling and simulation, and 3D printing/rapid prototyping. The company is CMMI-DEV/3 appraised and delivers solutions across government services, AUxS development, T&E validation, software development, and cybersecurity compliance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Human Type Targets (HTT) Mobile, four-wheeled, robotic trackless smart targets for military and law enforcement marksmanship training. Semi-autonomous system with preprogrammable scenarios, LOMAH (Location of Hit and Miss) data capture, behavioral logic control, and compliance with IEEE 1872 robotic standards. Sold to military ranges, police academies, and training facilities.
• Autonomous De-escalation Robotic Trainer (ADRT) Hybrid training system using human-like robots with AI and machine learning to mimic real-life law enforcement de-escalation scenarios. Features voice recognition, physical tracking, body language simulation, and customizable scenario parameters for police training academies.
• RiverScout Autonomous Surface Vessel Man-portable two-person Autonomous Surface Vessel (ASV) for low-cost autonomous surveillance in brown water environments. Supports situational awareness through tactical robotic controller integration, camera systems, and Falcon View waypoint tracking.
• SimIS Autonomous Maritime System (SAMS) AI-based software and networking capability deployed on Autonomous Surface Vessel platforms for reconnaissance, interdiction, and threat monitoring. Provides temperature monitoring, motor output tracking, LIDAR and camera-based object detection, and GPS positional tracking.
• AIMS (Automated Intelligent Mentoring System) Medical training and mentoring system using gaming technology to assess student performance in clinical environments. Provides interactive CPR training with real-time feedback and performance scoring for healthcare institutions and medical schools.
• Tier 3 Data Center Services Tier 3 certified data center offering colocation, network connectivity, cloud services (IaaS, virtual cloud, hybrid infrastructure), managed services, leasable office space, CLS/Subsea Cable, managed PDU, HVAC, rack space, high bandwidth connectivity, managed load balancing, security, and backup-as-a-service.
• 3D Printing & Rapid Prototyping FDM industrial additive manufacturing with quick turnaround (as little as 1 day), large build volumes, and diverse thermoplastics including ABS, Polycarbonate, PPSF, Ultem, and Nylon-12. Supports rapid prototyping and fabrication of parts including for HTT robots.
• Cybersecurity & CMMC Compliance Services Information security consulting and engineering services including CMMC 2.0 compliance support for Fortune 500 companies and US Government agencies. Covers risk management framework, FAR 52.204-21, DFARS 252.204-7021, and government supply chain cybersecurity.
• Test and Evaluation (T&E) Services Comprehensive T&E services including Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E), Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E), and Joint Test and Evaluation (JT&E). Covers test resource identification, scheduling, data management, and customized database development for defense and homeland security clients.
• Modeling and Simulation Services Innovative modeling and simulation services coupling operational experience and cognitive systems engineering. Includes advancements in Medical & Health Care training, performance analysis, and open-standards simulation capabilities for defense, healthcare, and government clients.
• Government Services Integrated government services portfolio delivered as prime contractor on IDIQ vehicles and direct agency awards, including software development, systems integration, program/project management, engineering support, and end-to-end mission lifecycle support for DoD, DHS, NATO, and other federal agencies.

Quantifiable outcome

• Inc. 5000 ranking with 138.08% three-year revenue growth (2020)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability9 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CalientecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint venture Caliente SimIS developed next-generation moving target systems including the RhTT (Robotic Human Type Target) combining thermal target manufacturing with robotic/modeling/simulation expertise. Introduced at I/ITSEC Innovation Showcase November 2015.
• Marine Advanced ResearchcoreTechnology or IntegrationASV platform provider for SAMS (SimIS Autonomous Maritime System). Marine Advanced Research provides Autonomous Surface Vessel platforms which SimIS integrates with AI-based software and networking capabilities for reconnaissance, interdiction, and threat monitoring.
• Alion Science and Technology CorporationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTeamed with Alion for DHS Customs and Border Protection contract to perform operational testing and evaluation on Remote Video Surveillance System.
• ConstellisminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorConstellis Training Facility in Moyock, NC used for Tactical Expo 2025 and Drone Rodeo 2025 events. SimIS participates in industry day events at the facility for autonomous solutions demonstrations.
• Academi (formerly Blackwater)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTraining grounds in Moyock, NC used for SimIS autonomous solutions demonstrations including live fire training scenarios with Virginia Beach Police Training Academy.
• Old Dominion University VMASCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVirginia Modeling, Analysis and Simulation Center collaboration for research, student engagement, STEM programs, and facility access. Hosts Israeli defense delegation and serves as R&D partner. CEO Dr. Garcia serves as Chair of ODU College of Engineering and VMASC.
• Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerAccepted into VALET export trade program in 2014. Participated in Australian/New Zealand virtual trade mission 2021. Access to international business development resources and reimbursement funds.
• STARBASE VictoryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommitted three-year sponsorship at $5,000/year for STARBASE Victory STEM programs serving Portsmouth Public Schools elementary students. Received Small Business Support for STEM Education Award 2020.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast VirginiaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSimIS purchased building at 5905 Portsmouth Boulevard for Portsmouth Boys & Girls Club facility opening in 2021. Supports youth development in the community.
• Sheep Dog CoalitionminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNonprofit partnership for marksmanship training events. SimIS HTT systems used for training retired special forces soldiers in long-range and close-range rifle/pistol scenarios.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• SAIC: Major federal IT and engineering services contractor serving DoD, Navy, and intelligence agencies. Comparable in that SimIS competes for the same task orders under SeaPort-NxG, SHIELD, and GSA vehicles — particularly in modeling & simulation and systems engineering work.
• Textron Systems: Division of Textron Inc. producing unmanned systems (e.g., Common Unmanned Surface Vehicle, Aerosonde) for the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and special operations. A broader incumbent competing for the same DoD autonomous maritime and ground robotics programs where SimIS participates.
• CACI International: Federal IT and engineering services provider with deep Navy, Army, and intelligence community footprint. Comparable as a competing systems integrator on SeaPort-NxG and other DoD vehicles where SimIS pursues prime and subcontract work.
• Leidos: Large DoD IT services and systems integrator with deep presence across MDA, Navy, and DHS — directly overlapping SimIS's customer base and core IT services/autonomous systems portfolio. A broad incumbent against whom SimIS competes (and partners) for IDIQ task orders.
• Booz Allen Hamilton: Top-tier federal consulting and engineering firm with significant DoD and DHS contracts. Overlaps with SimIS in cybersecurity/CMMC, autonomous systems integration, and federal IT services, often as a prime competitor on large IDIQ vehicles.

Emerging players

• Shield AI: Autonomous defense technology company (Hivemind, V-BAT) focused on AI-piloted unmanned systems for the DoD. Competes with SimIS in the autonomy-software and AI-for-defense category, but operates at significantly larger scale with venture funding.
• Anduril Industries: Well-funded defense technology company building autonomous systems (Lattice OS, Ghost, Dive-LD) for DoD and DHS. While larger and venture-backed, Anduril is competing in adjacent autonomous surface and ground domains where SimIS operates, representing an emerging threat as a better-capitalized rival.
• Ghost Robotics: Manufacturer of quadruped unmanned ground vehicles (Vision 60, Spirit 40) for defense and homeland security applications. Competes with SimIS's HTT and ADRT in the defense and law enforcement ground robotics market, though focused on a different form factor.

Direct peers

• Maritime Tactical Systems (MARTAC): Developer of unmanned surface vessels (USVs) such as the Devil Ray T38 and Muscat Shark for defense and security customers. Directly competes with SimIS's SAMS and RiverScout ASV offerings in the autonomous maritime reconnaissance space, with overlapping use cases for DoD and DHS.
• Spatial Integrated Systems (SIS): Small Veteran-Owned defense contractor specializing in unmanned systems, modeling & simulation, and autonomous solutions for DoD and DHS. Highly comparable in size, customer base (Navy, Marine Corps, DHS), and product mix — a direct small-business peer in the autonomous USV/UxS space.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/simisinc
• Facebookfacebook.com/simis.incorporated
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/simis-inc

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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