A Vertically Integrated Design-Build Manufacturer
With in-house capabilities spanning engineering and design, material sourcing, manufacturing and product validation, we have the agility to meet unique program specifications
Defending Against Emerging Threats
As aerial threats grow more sophisticated,
robust C-UAS solutions are vital for modern defense
Build Your Rugged Display
Choose from endless configurable options to design the right rugged display to meet your program needs
Navigate the Unpredictable with DVE
Reliable, high-def imaging in the most extreme environments
Ready for Anything
From the arctic, to underground and even underwater, DSE’s rugged electronics are engineered to withstand the most extreme environments.
Build Your Rugged Display
Choose from endless configurable options to design the right rugged display to meet your program needs
30 Years of Innovation
At our core, Digital Systems Engineering’s passion is engineering. Throughout a 30 year history, DSE’s dedicated team has always embraced the challenge of designing and manufacturing rugged electronics for the most severe environments.
We take great pride knowing our products keep allied defense forces out of harm’s way, maintain safety systems in heavy industrial fleets, and deliver food throughout the world. Our computers, displays, video switches, and network devices can be found on everything from research crop planters in Europe to US Coast Guard helicopters performing search and rescue operations in the Pacific Ocean.
Learn more about our design capabilities, products, Quality Management System, case studies, and most importantly, the team who makes it all possible.
250+
Unique applications from aerospace to mining
500
Distinct products developed by DSE
30,000+
Installations across the globe
100+ million
Operational hours in rugged environments
Rugged Electronics Built for Extreme Environments
DSE offers cutting-edge electronics engineered to meet your needs, while delivering unmatched performance in tough environments. Explore our family of rugged products or learn how DSE can deliver custom solutions from concept to production.
Rugged Displays
Fully sealed displays designed, built, and tested for the most extreme environments.
Mission Computers
Fanless robust computers engineered for process intensive applications and countless I/O options.
Intelligent Displays
A flawless combination of optical performance and computing processing power in one durable design.
Embedded DVR Systems
Fully sealed display and computer systems designed, built, and tested for the most extreme environments.
AS9100 Quality Management System
Quality First and Always
All aspects of DSE’s business are governed by the industry leading Quality Management System AS9100. From proof of concept to first article testing and configuration management to product assembly, AS9100 drives documented procedures and processes to assure product quality and delivery needs are met.
From the DSE Knowledge Center:
DSE is Hiring: Join Our Team as a Production Assembly Technician
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Join us in Celebrating 30 Years in Business
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DSE is proud to announce our partnership with Leonardo DRS in developing a rugged display unit for the Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) Directed Energy (DE) Stryker prototype
In the C-UAS Directed Energy (DE) Stryker prototype, the 17” multifunction display will enable gunner and commander…
BAE Systems awards DSE ‘Partner2Win’ silver medallion at its fifth annual ‘Partner2Win’ supplier symposium
The Partner2Win program recognizes suppliers for their success in the areas of operations, quality and procurement.
Product Spotlight: Driver’s Vision Enhancer (DVE)
We’re taking a closer look at the DVE—both legacy and next-generation solutions—to discover how DSE’s rugged DVEs give…
Rugged Displays in the Wild: 5 Unique Applications for DSE’s MIL-Spec Displays
While DSE’s rugged displays are known primarily for defense and aerospace applications, the ability to perform under…
Situational Awareness: Rugged Electronics that Enhance Battlefield Intelligence – Part 3: Distribute
Once data has been collected and processed, it’s time for it to be distributed. In this third installment, we will take…
Situational Awareness: Rugged Electronics that Enhance Battlefield Intelligence – Part 2: Process
Understanding the environment and anticipating threats is paramount to mission success. In the next installment in our…
Situational Awareness: Rugged Electronics that Enhance Battlefield Intelligence – Part 1: Capture
Circumstances can evolve quickly on the battlefield, and the ability to understand the environment and anticipate…