WilliamsRDM

WilliamsRDM is a leading developer and manufacturer of common and peculiar support equipment for military aviation and aerospace programs, with over sixty years of experience. We have provided solutions for a variety of legacy and modern platforms, including the F-16, F-15, F/A-18, F-35 and F-22.

With advanced in-house design and manufacturing capabilities and engineering talent, we pride ourselves on solving complex problems that others cannot. We excel in turnkey build-to-spec projects and can handle any scale no matter how big or small. We are committed to maintaining the utmost in quality standards, and our certifications include AS9100D with ISO 9001:2015, IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and J-STD-001.

WilliamsRDM is a woman-owned small business, and has received a range of awards and accolades from leading defense primes, including:

• 2020 & 2019 Elite Supplier Operational Excellence – Lockheed Martin – Aeronautics
• 2019 World Class Supplier – Northrop Grumman – Mission Systems
• 2018 Elite Supplier to Training & Logistics Solutions – Lockheed Martin – Rotary & Missions Systems
• 2015 & 2014 Gold Level Performance Excellence Award – The Boeing Company

Our Products

Smart Weapons Tester

Handheld tester for aircraft weapons systems

The WP500-1 SmartDVD (Digital Voltage Detector) is a versatile all-in-one handheld testing unit designed as a replacement for the current WP440, WP416, and WP435 units. Featuring the ability to perform automated and user-definable TPSs, it can be equipped with next-gen or legacy cables and adapters and performs a variety of functions for the testing of aircraft weapons systems and equipment.

The unit provides full multiplex bus testing capabilities according to MIL-STD-1553, and includes an LCD digital display that outputs real-time measurement data and can be easily read under all lighting conditions. The rechargeable Li-ion battery offers up to 50 hours of operation.

Armadillo I- & O-Level AME Tester

Rugged Alternate Mission Equipment tester for military aircraft

The Armadillo is a compact and rugged armament test system designed to troubleshoot a wide variety of Alternate Mission Equipment (AME) across multiple aircraft platforms.

With an intuitive interface, the unit allows new armaments to be easily added to the configuration, and features enhanced sequencing capabilities that enable test programs to run efficiently with minimal cable swapping.

The system’s robust design provides protection against many harsh environmental factors including moisture, humidity, sand and dust, salt atmosphere, UV radiation, and shock and vibration. Utilization of internal fans and low-power components ensure reliable operation and a reduced acoustic footprint.

Digital Armament Circuits Test Set (DACTS)

Digital testing kit for aircraft Stores Management Systems

Our DACTS kit is based around the 400-series Digital Voltage Detector (DVD), and is the preload tester solution of choice in 13 countries around the world and for leading aircraft programs such as the A-10, F-15, F-16 and F-35.

Offering reduced testing time and enhanced ease of use, the handheld 400-series features an easy-to-read LCD screen that is visible under any lighting conditions.

The DVD is environmentally sealed for protection against harsh environmental conditions, and utilizes flexible and robust cables with up to 75 lbs of strain relief.

Electrical Cable Assemblies

Rugged ATE-tested & flightline qualified cables

Our cable assemblies are purpose-built to withstand the rigors of the flightline environment, offering 75 lbs of tensile strength on each cable leg and tested through a temperature range of -54 to +74 degrees Celsius. Both EMI-shielded and non-shielded designs are available.

All cables are thoroughly tested with state-of-the- art ATE equipment.

Our Capabilities

PCB Assembly

We can design and manufacture mission-critical electronic PCB assemblies for prototype or final deployment applications with quick turnaround times. All designs are optimized for the unique demands of military and defense operations, and can be ruggedized to withstand harsh environmental conditions.

R&D

With an experienced team of engineers from a variety of specialist backgrounds including mechanical, electrical and software, we can solve any design challenge within our areas of expertise. We have decades of experience in developing and producing military-grade solutions for the defense industry, including:

Software Design

WilliamsRDM’s engineers are highly experienced in developing software and firmware for mission-critical desktop and embedded military systems. Our expertise includes: