About NTSA
Organizations and individuals in the Modeling & Simulation and Training industries are represented through membership in the National Training & Simulation Association (NTSA), a proud affiliate of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA).
NTSA provides the training, simulation, related support systems, and training services industries a focused, formal organization to represent and promote their business interests in the market place.
NTSA also fosters relationships between the training industry, planners, and acquisition agencies regarding requirements, procurement issues, and policies.
Association Objectives
- Represent to government the non-partisan business interests of the simulation, training, and support services industries.
- Increase the value of training systems and services provided by industry to government.
- Inform and educate the legislative policymaking acquisition and regulatory functions of government, including Congress, the Department of Defense (DoD), and other agencies.
- Provide direct contact between acquisition activities and the industry to better communicate with regard to procurement issues and policies.
- Provide industry-wide bulletins and news reports.
- Act as a clearing house for business policy, ethics, and practices affecting industry.
“Readiness is not just a responsibility,” said NTSA President VADM Sean Buck. “It is a sacred trust—one that demands unwavering commitment, innovation, and realism in how we prepare our force. We owe every Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Marine, Guardian, and Coast Guardsman the training and confidence necessary to prevail in the complexity of tomorrow’s fight. Our obligation is clear: to ensure they enter every mission prepared, resilient, and ready to dominate in any operational environment.