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Engineered for Fidelity. Ready for Mixed Reality.
Mixed Reality - Flight Simulator - Simtek The aviation training industry is rapidly evolving. Mixed Reality (MR) and Virtual Reality (VR) are no longer future concepts — they are becoming a core part of modern flight training programs across both commercial and military platforms. But as primes and simulator integrators race toward immersive training environments, one challenge continues to separate successful programs from failed ones: The hardware still matters. At Simtek,


Simtek Reaches 10,000 Part Numbers: A Milestone Built on Precision, Reliability, and Trust
Simtek 10,000th part number Today marks a major milestone for Simtek. Since our founding in 1978, we have officially issued our 10,000th part number—a benchmark that represents decades of engineering excellence, manufacturing discipline, and unwavering commitment to our customers. What 10,000 Part Numbers Really Means This isn’t just a number. It’s 10,000 unique solutions—each one engineered, built, and delivered to support high-fidelity training systems across the globe. Fro


High-Fidelity Hardware. Built for Relentless Training.
Simtek - Simulated Avionics control panels, display and instruments - BULLETPROOF RELIABILITY Every Simtek product is designed to match the tactile feel, actuation force, detents, and feedback of OEM avionics. That means: Switches that click with the same resistance and confidence Panels that feel solid, not hollow Controls that respond exactly as the pilot expects This isn’t cosmetic. It’s muscle memory training—and it matters. When pilots train on Simtek hardware, they’re n


Discipline Drives Performance at Simtek
In flight training, performance isn’t an accident. It results from disciplined execution at every stage of the process. From the first customer inquiry to final system validation, Simtek operates with a single mindset: Discipline drives performance. It Starts with Disciplined Quoting At Simtek, quoting isn’t just about numbers. It’s about clarity, accuracy, and setting the foundation for success. We approach every quote with: A deep understanding of platform requirements Clea


Engineering Solutions for Complex Platforms: How Simtek Delivers When Others Can’t
In today’s training and simulation environment, complexity is the norm—not the exception. Modern aircraft, ground systems, and cross-domain platforms demand hardware that not only looks authentic, but performs with precision, reliability, and consistency under continuous use. At Simtek, we’re often asked to step into programs where requirements are unclear, documentation is incomplete, or the platform itself presents unique engineering challenges. That’s where we excel. No SO


Confidence Built Into Every Simulated Control Panel
SIMTEK F-16 LANDING GEAR CONTROL PANEL Why Training Starts with Hardware You Can Trust When it comes to military and commercial flight training, confidence isn’t something that appears overnight—it’s built through repetition, realism, and reliability. And at the center of that experience is something often overlooked: The control panel. The Foundation of Confidence: Real Feel, Real Response Every pilot, crew member, or operator trains to react without hesitation. That level o


Why Aerospace Primes Trust Simtek for Simulated Avionics Worldwide
From full-motion simulators to fixed-base trainers and mission trainers, Simtek hardware helps pilots train safely and realistically across the globe. A Global Partner for High-Fidelity Flight Simulation Flight training systems demand precision, durability, and absolute reliability. Whether training military pilots or commercial flight crews, the simulated avionics hardware inside a training device must perform exactly like the real aircraft systems it represents. For more th


No Statement of Work? That’s Fine. All We Need Is a Picture.
Simtek - From Photo to Simulated Hardware You want a quote… but you don’t have a clean Statement of Work (SOW) , full drawings, or a complete bill of materials. At Simtek , that doesn’t stop the conversation. In fact, we’ve built our process around a reality most primes and integrators deal with every day: programs move fast, documentation lags behind, and legacy configurations don’t always come with neat engineering packages. Our approach: No SOW? No problem. Send a picture


NVIS Light Plates Built Right: Simtek’s Type V & Type VII Manufacturing Capability
Simtek NVIS Light Plates When training systems demand realism, durability, and visual accuracy—there’s no room for “close enough.” At Simtek , we manufacture NVIS (Night Vision Imaging System) light plates with the precision and process control required for mission-critical simulator environments. From tight visual uniformity to rigorous specification compliance, our approach is built around one thing: getting the details right, every time. Manufactured to NVIS Requirements—


Why Primes Choose Simtek for T-6 High-Fidelity Simulated Avionics
https://www.simtekinc.com/projects/t-6-texas When primes build or refresh a T-6 training device, the mission is clear: deliver repeatable, reliable training that produces confident pilots—without losing time to hardware integration surprises, schedule slips, or fidelity gaps. That’s why primes choose Simtek for T-6 high-fidelity simulated avionics . We design and manufacture simulator-grade control panels, displays, and instruments that help integrators hit performance requi


What Is Power over Ethernet and Why It’s a Game-Changer for Simulated Avionics
Power over Ethernet (PoE) is exactly what it sounds like: a way to deliver DC power and Ethernet data over the same standard network cable . Instead of running an Ethernet cable and a separate power cable (plus an outlet or power supply), PoE lets you install and operate compatible devices using one cable from a PoE switch or injector. In the world of flight simulation hardware , that simplicity translates into something every integrator and prime cares about: faster build


Simtek Awarded Qty 7 and Qty 11 Shipsets for Multiple C-130J Simulator Cockpit Configurations
Euless, Texas — January 5, 2026 Simtek is proud to announce we have been awarded contracts to deliver Qty 7 shipsets and Qty 11 shipsets supporting multiple C-130J flight simulator cockpit configurations . This award expands Simtek’s role in delivering rugged, high-fidelity simulated avionics hardware built for demanding training environments. Supporting Multiple Cockpit Configurations The program scope includes a tailored mix of simulated control panels, cockpit displays,


Why Primes Choose Simtek for 737 Simulator Avionics
Southwest Airlines - 737 When a prime contractor is building or upgrading a 737 full-flight simulator , the avionics inside the cockpit aren’t just “parts.” They’re training-critical components that must survive relentless use, stay consistent across devices, and be supportable for years—often decades. At Simtek , we’ve earned a reputation as the team primes call when they need 737 simulator avionics that hold up in the real world of flight training —where switches get cycled


Simtek: Where to Find Commercial and Military Flight Simulator Displays in the U.S.
Simtek Simulated Displays When you’re building or sustaining a flight training device, the display system is one of the first things instructors and pilots notice—and one of the fastest ways a simulator can go down if the supply chain fails. Whether it’s a commercial airliner trainer or a military training device , you need display hardware that is: reliable under constant training cycles consistent across devices and fleets supportable long after “normal” electronics would
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