A Legacy of Success Powered by World-Class Talent
About Us
COMPANY HISTORY
1980’s
An exceptional team of systems engineers formed Trident’s initial core competency in Large Complex Systems Engineering. That team grew steadily and put their capabilities to work supporting programs such as the AN/BSY-2, the US Navy’s first digital submarine combat system featuring fully integrated sonar and combat control functions.
We became active in the DoD Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, winning the first of many competitive awards and began transitioning our innovative solutions to DoD programs as well as commercial products.
1990’s
Trident developed the Navy’s largest and most modern collaboration facility in the Admiral Gooding Center at the Washington Navy Yard. We supported Navy Open Architecture Enterprise team and DARPA research and development regarding the systems engineering of large complex systems. Trident engineers authored a key ANSI standard supporting standardization of complex systems engineering tools.
2000’s
At the dawn of the 21st century we began development of our second core competency, the design and development of advanced miniature radio frequency electronic systems. From modest beginnings in the SBIR program, Trident developed and transitioned a number of compact digital RF systems including multi-function digital radio frequency transceiver for small UAV applications, an unattended ground sensor node for military and civilian security applications, and a secure communications converter for cross-connecting dissimilar radio networks.
This decade also ushered in Trident’s development of NSA certified cross-domain collaboration solutions beginning with Collaboration Gateway, a cross-domain solution for chat rooms, and leading to cross-domain Voice over IP (VoIP), video teleconferencing (VTC), streaming video and mobile cross domain solutions. Following 9/11, Trident employed the lessons we mastered in developing the Admiral Gooding center to rapidly construct a command center for the 1st Air Force in a tent on Bolling AF Base supporting the air defense of Washington DC which was the precursor to the Joint Air Defense Center (JADOC).
2020’s
Trident’s multi-function RF payload and on-board processing systems were onboard two additional launches to low earth orbit in 2020 and are operating successfully on-orbit supporting key mission needs. Trident is currently participating as a mission partner on six future spacecraft programs. Following a decade of service supporting the Air Force JADOC, Trident was selected to take over development and maintenance of the ERSA software that supports the 24/7/365 mission of protecting the skies over the National Capitol Region. Trident’s Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) data collection systems expand their footprint from early beginning in the SOCOM SOC-R program to USMC M-ATV and MTVR, M777A2 howitzer, and the SOCOM CCA platform.
Trident’s Assured Collaboration Systems (ACS) business unit which developed the only voice and video cross domain products available that meet the NSA’s evolving and stringent raise-the-bar requirements became part of Owl Cyber Defense in late 2020. In December 2022, Trident became ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D registered for the design, development, and production of communication devices and aerospace multi-function RF systems.
Today
Trident’s thirty-nine year track record of delivering affordable innovative technology services and products is being extended on projects from cyberspace to outer space. We invite you to contact us with your most pressing mission critical needs to discuss how we can provide a solution tailored to your mission requirements.
CORPORATE VALUES
At the core of our success is a culture that inspires innovation, drives performance and earns trust. In the world of national security and defense—where the stakes are high and timelines are unforgiving—our culture empowers us to deliver proven, purpose-built solutions with speed, precision, and reliability.
That commitment is brought to life by our world-class team and shows in every customer relationship. We’re recognized not just for the strength of our technology, but for the strength of our partnerships — collaborative, dependable, and responsive. Our values define how we lead our teams, are the reason we deliver consistently, and why customers count on us to create the solutions for their most challenging missions.
INTEGRITY
We pride ourselves on creating an ethical workplace with a high focus on truth and integrity, and a commitment to transparent communications.
CUSTOMER & MISSION FOCUSED
We built a reputation as a trusted and respected partner capable of tackling the toughest problems, and we deliver on our commitments.
INNOVATION
We are a team of problem solvers that generates solutions to difficult challenges through agile behaviors and rapid decision making.
COLLABORATIVE
We are a high-performing team dedicated to mentoring and supporting our peers in an environment designed for success.
EXECUTION EXCELENCE
We operate in a professional yet introspective environment that is goal-driven and proven to foster sustainable and profitable growth.
RESPOSIBILITY & ESG
ESG Vision
Trident is committed to a strong environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) program. We aspire to be responsible corporate citizens and believe that transparency and accountability are important foundations for creating value and building trust with our stakeholders to fulfill our long-term mission, vision and strategy. These ESG initiatives are designed to augment the environmental and social impact of our business practices.
Environmental Responsibility
Trident recognizes that its activities may have an impact on the environment. We commit to promoting environmental awareness through staff education, training, and community involvement, in order to ensure that our business is environmentally responsible. Key initiatives underway:
- Carbon Offset Credits for Travel
- Recycling Program
- Resource Consumption Reduction
- Paper Use Reduction
Social Responsibility
Trident is committed to providing a safe, inclusive workplace where all employees have opportunities for personal and professional growth. We believe that cultivating talent — regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability — is essential to our long-term success. Trident strives to ensure proper working conditions, safeguard the health and well-being of our team, and contribute positively to the communities where we operate. We are also fully committed to complying with all applicable national, state, and local labor laws.
Key programs underway:
Employee Development and Diverse Workforce
- Team Building Events and Education
- Employee Wellness
Community Involvement
- Community Events
- Youth Education Partnerships
- Charitable Contributions
Governance
A Trident core value is high integrity and endeavors to uphold a reputation as a trusted partner to our customers and other stakeholders. We do this through transparent and open communication, systems and audits that are in accordance with company guidelines and applicable approvals, laws and regulations.
- Security
- Self-Inspections, Inventories
- Cyber Security/CMMC compliance
- AS 9100 certification
- Government contracting regulation compliance
