Soldier Systems Integration Tactical Engagement Simulation System (SSI TESS)

The Soldier Systems Integration (SSI) Tactical Engagement Simulation System (TESS) leverages tactical and training device technologies to more accurately replicate weapons and systems effects in live force-on-force training. It focuses on equipment, weapons and tactics that Warfighters use to ensure that they are able to train as they fight. The goal of SSI TESS is to have training systems completely embedded into weapons systems. SSI TESS coordinates with external agencies dealing with Warfighter communications, personal equipment, optics, ammunition and weapons. The strategy of implementing appended and then embedded capabilities is in concert with the One TESS program to facilitate smooth and effective transition from laser-based training devices to geo-pairing, high-fidelity training devices. SSI TESS supports enabling capabilities of other programs within PM TRADE to bring incremental improvements in training. SSI TESS seeks solutions for weapons that could not be replicated in the past (including mortars, MK-19 and M203) and identifies ways of replicating the effects of new weapons and ammunition (STORM, XM110, XM25, XM307 and XM320).