About Us > Background

A Proven Developer. A Trusted Supplier. A Technology Pioneer. All of these characteristics define L-3 Display Systems, the world leader in the development and production of ruggedized visualization systems for advanced military and public safety applications. For 30 years, we have been supplying advanced display systems and processors for the world’s top military airborne platforms, such as the C-130, F-35, F-15, E-2C, EA-6B and Apache; shipboard systems aboard U.S. aircraft carriers; and ground-based systems such as the micro display found in the Javelin missile launcher.

L-3 Display Systems has taken our expertise in developing visualization technology that has made us successful in the military environment and have focused in on equipping our first responders with the technology they need to do their jobs with increased safety and efficiency. Our MobileVu™ II and TACNET® integrated systems have morphed the typical cluttered police cruiser into a “smart car” capable of processing and transmitting data faster and can control all cruiser functions (sirens, radio, video recoding, data entry, etc.) from the in-dash rugged touch screen display.

L-3 Display Systems has proven itself as the reliable and trusted source for visualization technology for three decades and we look forward to leveraging our experience with proven technology that will give you peace of mind when the operation is mission critical.

History
L-3 Display Systems was founded in 1978 and in 1997 was one of the original 10 business units that formed L-3 Corporation (NYSE: LLL), headquartered in New York City.

Domain of Knowledge
L-3 Display Systems’ expertise spans the design, development, and integration of advanced avionics displays and processing systems, for military and law enforcement applications worldwide. We are successfully performing on over 25 active programs and deliver >1800 systems a year making us one of the largest volume avionic display and display processor suppliers. Our products perform display management functions, weapon system and data link processing, graphic and video processing, for operational flight programs.

Capabilities and Designations
L-3 Display Systems has more than 350 employees. Its facilities hold world-class designations, including AS9100, FAA, DCAS/DCMC certified, J-STD-001, and MIL-STD-498B compliant.

Facilities
L-3 Display Systems is located on fourteen acres in Alpharetta, Georgia.  The modern 100,000 square foot facility supports 350+ employees dedicated to the design, development, and manufacture of display and display processing systems for highly demanding environments. The manufacturing facility, which comprises over 53,000 square feet, meets the requirements of MIL-STD-454, MIL-STD-1686, MIL-STD-2000A, J‑STD‑001, and is AS9100 certified.