Serco Achieves Landmark Integration: Next-Gen Simulation Training Now Live for Air Force Combat Missions

Serco Inc., a provider of professional, technology, engineering, and management services, announced today that the Company has achieved a significant milestone, successfully connecting the Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) with the Nellis Mission Operations Network (NMON). This integration marks the first time non-JSE simulation capabilities have enabled training ops with JSE components, greatly enhancing training capabilities for the U.S. Air Force.

Working with the 31st Combat Training Squadron (CTS) and supporting the Air Force pilot training, Serco enabled a new level of training for pilots and Air Battle Manager/Control and Reporting Center (ABM/CRC) Weapons School students. From late July through August 2025, these students trained using a connected system that included Fighter-In-A-Box (FIAB) and Virtual Air Threat Simulator (VATS) within the JSE, linked to the Virtual Battlespace Environment (VBE) and Control and Reporting Center (CRC) simulator via the NMON.

"This successful integration is a testament to Serco's dedication to providing cutting-edge solutions that keep our warfighters at the forefront of readiness," said Gator Harvey, Gator Harvey, VP, Immersive Mission Training and Solutions (IMTS) at Serco. "By seamlessly connecting advanced simulation environments like JSE with our existing training networks, we are ensuring that our Air Force personnel can train in the most realistic and adaptable scenarios possible. This is a crucial step in maintaining our nation's competitive edge in a rapidly evolving global landscape."

Serco played an impact role in making this connection happen, creating a shared training environment despite initial challenges. They customized the NMON and VBE systems to ensure compatibility without altering the core JSE system. This smart approach minimized risks and allowed the Weapons School to pursue other important training goals simultaneously. The successful integration confirmed that voice, data, emissions monitoring, and aircraft detection all worked effectively between the CRC and JSE systems. Future plans at the Joint Integrated Test and Training Center – Nellis (JITTC-N) include expanding this JSE training capability to include additional JITTC-N training systems.

Photo credit: Senior Airman Jordan McCoy