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Systel Introduces Hawk-Strike AI at Eurosatory 2026 World's First MIL-SPEC Rugged NVIDIA Jetson AGX Thor Compute Platform Debuts at Global Defense and Security Exhibition PARIS, France — June 15, 2026 — Systel, Inc., a leading manufacturer of MIL-SPEC rugged embedded computing solutions, today introduced Hawk-Strike AI at the Eurosatory 2026 Defense and Security Exposition in Paris, France. Hawk AI is the world's first MIL-SPEC rugged embedded edge AI compute platform powered by the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Thor, and the latest addition to Systel's Strike family of rugged embedded computers. Eurosatory, held June 13–17, 2026 at Paris Le Bourget, is one of the world's premier global defense and security exhibitions. Systel exhibited Hawk AI alongside its Strike family of embedded computers at booth Hall 5A BC310.

Systel launches Warhorse™, the first platform in Systel's Charge family of MIL-SPEC rugged rackmount computers. Engineered for maximum compute performance across every domain, Warhorse delivers data center-class compute in a ruggedized chassis purpose-built for the demands of defense programs.

Twenty-three years ago, Systel broke ground on our Sugar Land headquarters with a team of 27. This week, we broke ground again. With a team now more than 100 strong, and with the same shovel from 2003, we gathered on-site to mark the start of construction on a second building at our Sugar Land HQ. The expansion will increase our manufacturing capacity and throughput, and testing and R&D capabilities, positioning Systel to meet growing demand from our customers in support of national security priorities and growth in AI and autonomous sectors. Since 1988, Systel has designed and built ruggedized computing systems for defense and industrial mission-critical applications in harsh environments. This expansion is a direct investment in furthering our mission to protect those who protect us with rugged and reliable products and unmatched customer support. We're proud of what this team has built, and we're excited for what comes next!

We had the honor of welcoming Mayor Carol McCutcheon and the Sugar Land City Council to Systel headquarters. Sugar Land has been home to Systel since 2003. Our roots are tied to this community and it's where we intend to keep growing. We shared our story, our products, and our vision for the future. More than anything, we were proud to show Sugar Land city leadership how we help protect those who protect us. And in a moment we won't forget, Mayor McCutcheon and the council signed our site expansion plans, a ceremonial nod to what's next for Systel as we commit to more jobs and increased capabilities in delivering mission-critical rugged computer systems to support the warfighter. Thank you to Mayor McCutcheon and the full council for making the time. We're grateful to call Sugar Land home!

The essence of our company is defined by our core values: Fanatical Customer Service, Absolute Ownership, Passion for Improvement, and Uncompromising Integrity. We talk about our core values constantly, with a peer nominating system, monthly company-wide recognition and awards, and the selection of five annual winners who are deemed to best represent these values. Congratulations to our 2025 Core Values winners, recognized by their peers throughout the year and selected by our Leadership team for consistently embodying our core values and putting them into action in support of our customers’ missions. Our 2025 Core Values winners are (pictured L to R) Victor Duarte, Stephanie Vigo, Danielle Martinez, Angelica Robbins, Jorge Santos, and Yongcheng Tai. Congrats!

We are honored to be recognized at AUSA 2025 with multiple 4-star (highest level) best in show awards from Military Embedded Systems for our Sparrow-Strike, Kite-Strike II, and Gray Wolf 2 products. Sparrow-Strike and Kite-Strike II were awarded in the embedded computing category and Gray Wolf 2 was awarded in the rugged computing category. This recognition is a testament to our innovative designs featuring the latest Silicon Valley technology paired with our MIL-SPEC rugged engineering and manufacturing rigor. Thank you to Military Embedded Systems for this honor!

Aneesh Kothari, President of Systel, was interviewed by Tom Varcie with Military Embedded Systems at the AUSA 2025 Annual Meeting and Exposition. The interview featured Systel's latest rugged embedded and rackmount computer solutions, MIL-SPEC rugged and purpose-built for mission-critical applications in harsh environments.

We’re excited to share the successful completion of our first Unmistakable Leader (UL) program, part of our ongoing commitment to developing strong, values-driven leaders across Systel. Our management team participated in this intensive leadership development experience, with five full-day sessions focused on elevating leadership behaviors, which included five full-day sessions focused on elevating leadership behaviors, strengthening emotional intelligence, deepening team engagement, and aligning day-to-day leadership with long-term strategy and culture.

We’re proud to announce the successful completion of our first Unmistakable Leadership Essentials (ULE) program, a key step in our commitment to growing talent and developing the next generation of leaders at Systel. ULE is a custom-built leadership development program designed for aspiring leaders across the company. The program focused on whole-person growth, blending personal reflection, professional development, and practical leadership tools to help participants lead with purpose, clarity, and confidence.

Hypersonic missiles, uncrewed swarms, electronic-warfare fog—modern combat unfolds at machine speed. Every platform, from dismounted soldier kits to space-based ISR constellations, is a sensor streaming gigabits per second. The Department of Defense’s CJADC2 vision makes one thing clear: victory will belong to the force that can connect, fuse, and act on that data first.

Whether you’re developing a mission-critical system or evaluating hardware for industrial automation, I/O, short for Input/Output, is at the heart of performance, interoperability, and reliability. In this post, we break down what I/O is, why it matters, and how Systel designs intelligent, high-density I/O solutions that power success in the most demanding environments.

The Association of the United States Army (AUSA) named Systel as its National Partner of the Month for May 2025, recognizing our longstanding commitment to supporting the U.S. Army with rugged, mission-critical computing solutions.

The global trade environment has seen significant shifts in recent months, with new tariffs being introduced on various electronic components. These changes have profound implications for supply chains, particularly for industries that rely on custom-designed Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs) and other electronic components with long lead times. With tariffs playing an increasingly critical role in cost structures, businesses must stay informed and proactive in their supply chain strategies. This blog post provides an overview of recent tariff developments, potential future changes, and key steps businesses can take to mitigate risks.

We take a look back at a hugely productive year for the Systel team, from new products to growing our global footprint, as well as exciting industry events. 2024 was a year of many achievements, underpinned by the hard work and dedication from the Systel family, and here we review some of our most exciting moments and wider industry trends.

Systel’s Sparrow-Strike x86 ultra-small-form-factor (USFF) compute at the edge product was awarded the 4-Star Best in Show Award by Military Embedded Systems at the 2024 Annual Association of the United States Army (AUSA) conference. Sparrow-Strike x86 received the highest level award in the Embedded Computing category.