BAE Systems secures Marines wargaming prototype contract

The Marine Corps has awarded a $19 million contract to BAE Systems to develop the prototype design for a Wargaming Center at Marine Corps Base Quantico in Virginia.

“We will build on our experience supporting the Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory Wargaming Division and partner with a diverse team of digital technology experts to produce an advanced prototype to help train an efficient, precise and consistent force capable of fighting future wars in multiple domains,” Peder Jungck, vice president and general manager of BAE Systems’ Intelligence Solutions business, said. “This prototype will integrate big data and advanced analytics in a secure cloud environment for future wargaming design and assessments.”

The scope of work includes integrating advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, game theory, multi-domain modeling and simulation, and predictive data analytics. Authorities noted the effort would yield greater metrics and training on wargaming processes.

BAE Systems has supported the Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory Wargaming Division with wargame planning, preparation, execution, and assessment since 2010. An in-depth understanding of the Marine Corps’ mission has positioned the firm to support further wargaming processes and identify ways for the Marines to benefit from new technologies to enhance capabilities.

BAE Systems is one of three primes selected for the 18-month cloud modeling and simulation phase, with the company forming a team of industry experts with technology offerings and predictive analytics-based wargaming solutions.