Nomad GCS kicks off 2025 with a watershed achievement: a $97.5 million prime contract from U.S. Army Redstone Test Center (RTC) for its Expeditionary Multi-Domain Solutions Architecture (EMSA) program.
RTC is renowned for its technical expertise and advanced facilities, and Nomad brings two decades of experience mobilizing the world’s most critical missions. The partnership will help revolutionize how defense organizations handle critical test data.
The EMSA program will deliver three key capabilities:
- Command and Control systems that deploy rapidly, slashing setup time
- Universal interfaces that ensure seamless communication between components
- Real-time data visualization tools that enable instant operational decisions
Engineering Excellence
Nomad brings two decades of engineering expertise to RTC, Huntsville, Alabama’s premier defense testing facility. As an engineer-to-order (ETO) company, Nomad crafts custom solutions that precisely match customer requirements.
“Understanding customer mission is everything,” says CEO Will Schmautz. “We’re honored to partner with RTC, leveraging 20+ years of manufacturing and technology experience to support our nation’s finest.”
The company’s Innovative Solutions Group (ISG) drives technological advancement, ensuring Nomad remains an industry leader. This collaboration melds RTC’s testing prowess with Nomad’s tailored systems to accelerate defense modernization.
Strategic Growth in Huntsville
Nomad deepened its commitment to EMSA and the defense industry by opening a Huntsville program office in 2023. This expansion into “Rocket City” strengthens ties with RTC and taps into the region’s rich defense, aerospace, and engineering ecosystems.
Charting Defense Innovation
From its humble origins in a dirt-floored barn to this landmark $97.5 million contract, Nomad exemplifies innovation in defense technology. The EMSA program will set new standards for expeditionary solutions and real-time data integration, enhancing military capabilities through customer-focused engineering and strategic collaboration.