Ternion’s goal is to develop state-of-the-art computer-based simulation software that is available commercially.

Since 1989, Ternion^® has developed commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) simulations and custom simulations tailored to specific requirements for the aerospace, defense, and transportation industries worldwide. All of Ternion’s simulations are developed using FLAMES^®, Ternion’s COTS simulation framework for composable constructive and virtual simulations and interfaces between live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) simulations.

Humble Beginnings

Several years leading up to 1989, three engineers worked on the development and enhancement of numerous U.S. government-owned computer simulations. Through their experience with such simulations, these engineers became convinced that simulations of significantly greater capability could be developed and that the development was much more likely to be successful if it was undertaken by a commercial company without government sponsorship. Based on these convictions, the three resigned from their positions and in April of 1989, they founded a new company, Ternion Corporation. This company’s single technical goal was to develop software that would define the state-of-the-art in computer-based simulation and make this software available commercially. The result was the development of a family of simulation products now known as FLAMES®. FLAMES products have accomplished Ternion’s goal beyond the founders’ expectations.

Ternion, a Precise Systems Company

In August 2026, Ternion became a Precise Systems company, bringing together Ternion’s modeling and simulation technology and expertise with Precise Systems’ broader capabilities in advanced engineering, digital transformation, mission systems, software development, and interactive training and simulation.

As part of Precise Systems, Ternion continues to operate from Huntsville, Alabama, advancing the capabilities and reach of the FLAMES product family while creating new opportunities for collaboration and technology development across the combined organization.

The combination expands the resources and capabilities available to Ternion while preserving the technical rigor, agility, and customer focus that have defined the company for more than three decades.

Ternion shares Precise Systems’ commitment to technical excellence, customer partnership, and putting people first.

Work For Ternion

Modern technology, rewarding work, a great environment, ample time off, and making a difference – that’s what Ternion is all about!

We know that happy employees are critical to a company’s success and longevity. That’s why we provide a great place to work and offer some of the most competitive salaries and benefits in Huntsville. You’ll love working for Ternion.

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