Business Details
18 Years
experience
Trusted Systems Engineering Services in San Diego
Founded in 2008, WCG is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business dedicated to delivering cutting-edge systems engineering, integration, and project management services. Our team combines over 60 years of cumulative experience in defense acquisition, specializing in tactical data links, satellite communications, and life cycle management. We serve the U.S. Department of Defense, its allies, and coalition partners, leveraging expertise in civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering to transform theoretical concepts into operational realities. Our staff holds advanced degrees in fields ranging from computer science to environmental sciences, ensuring multidisciplinary solutions for complex challenges. We maintain strategic partnerships with organizations like SPAWAR and NIWC Pacific to deliver tailored engineering support across maritime, communications, and general engineering projects.Our leadership team brings decades of government and private-sector experience, including pioneering work on JTIDS/LINK-16 installations and next-generation satellite communication systems. We specialize in configuration management, network security, and software deployment cycles that meet stringent government compliance standards. Our practical engineering philosophy bridges the gap between innovation and implementation, focusing on sustainable, mission-critical solutions. With offices in San Diego, we support programs like the Hawaii Omnibus contract and the DoD Waveform Information Repository. Our commitment to excellence has established us as a trusted partner for defense modernization initiatives in the 21st century.
Services
Systems Engineering
Integration Services
Test and Evaluation
Project Management
Custom Software Development
Configuration Management
Network Security
Satellite Communications
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of combined DoD acquisition engineering experience
- Our team includes former government technical leads with field deployment expertise
- We specialize in transforming theoretical concepts into operational systems
- Our SDVOSB status provides unique contracting advantages for government clients
- We maintain active security clearances for classified defense projects
Services
Systems Engineering
We provide comprehensive systems engineering for defense applications including requirements analysis, architecture design, and technical documentation. Our engineers specialize in integrating complex systems across maritime, communications, and electronics domains. With expertise in MIL-STDs and configuration management, we ensure compliance with DoD standards while delivering solutions that meet evolving operational requirements.
Satellite Communications
Our satellite communications services focus on next-generation systems like MUOS and Link-16. We develop secure, wireless MANET networks and provide technical leadership for reference implementation labs. Our team has implemented tactical data link systems on naval vessels and shore facilities, with experience in waveform development and international FMS cases.
Project Management
We deliver full lifecycle project management for defense programs including scheduling, resource allocation, and risk mitigation. Our PMs coordinate cross-functional teams across multiple task orders, maintaining strict adherence to acquisition regulations. With experience on contracts like SeaPort-e and Hawaii Omnibus, we ensure timely delivery of complex engineering initiatives.
People
Tom Woodland
President and CEO
Former Navy communications specialist with 38 years of government service. Led JTIDS/LINK-16 installations and managed tactical data links at SSC-PAC. Founded WCG in 2008 after retiring as DP-IV equivalent.
Slav Plaskota
COO
NYU and Stevens Institute graduate with expertise in UI design for big data. Former JTRS program lead for MUOS test lab operations. Oversees daily company operations and client requirements implementation.
Cris Fairweather
CIO
PLNU computer science graduate with 10+ years in cloud infrastructure and containerization. Former JTRS tooling developer, now leads NIWC Pacific software deployment projects. Manages WCG's IT security and compliance programs.
Questions
What defense sectors does WCG Solutions specialize in?
We focus on tactical data links, satellite communications, and systems engineering for naval and joint forces. Our expertise includes Link-16, MUOS, and JTRS programs.
Is WCG Solutions a veteran-owned business?
Yes, we are a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) certified by the VA.
What government contracts does WCG currently hold?
We support SeaPort-e, Hawaii Omnibus, and DoD Waveform Information Repository contracts among others.
Do you provide software development services?
Yes, we develop secure, containerized applications and network management tools for defense clients.
