Defense Product and System Testing Services
Navigate complex defense testing requirements with confidence. With over 50 year’s experience, Element simplifies your product and system testing journey, from concept to market. Our experts provide hands-on guidance, from test planning to final reporting. With one of the largest testing capacities in the world, we help you meet defense standards quickly - so you can bring your products to market faster.
Why Element are global leaders in Defense
In defense programs, your success depends on products that perform reliably under the harshest conditions, while meeting rigorous standards and program deadlines. Element is here to make that process smoother, faster, and more predictable.
With more than five decades of proven experience across major platforms including the F-22, JSF, A400M, CH-53K, Challenger Main Battle Tank, Mastiff, and Husky, we understand the demands placed on your systems. Each year, we test over 500 defense-related products in our network of seven UK and US laboratories - one of the largest capacities worldwide for both EMC and environmental testing.
Our unique Early Stage Qualification (ESQ®) service, created by our Engaged Experts, identifies risks before formal qualification, helping you avoid costly redesigns and delays. Whether you require EMC, vibration, shock, explosive atmosphere, or solar heating testing, we cover the full range of defense standards including DEF STAN and MIL-STD, alongside commercial CE and E Marking when required.
As both A2LA and UKAS accredited to ISO/IEC 17025:2005, we provide globally recognized assurance. And with rapid support for Urgent Operational Requirements (UORs), we deliver when timelines are most critical.
From sand and dust testing to complex system interoperability, Element offers complete Defense product and system testing services - tailored to your needs, addressing your challenges, and enabling you to achieve compliance with confidence.
Services
Defence Testing: UK and Europe
Our range of defence testing services for the UK and Europe includes digital modelling, physical testing, inspection and certification to provide comprehensive military verification and validation.
MIL-STD-810 Testing Services
Element's MIL-STD-810 testing services validate military and defense products under extreme conditions, delivering reliable, accredited results for compliance and performance qualification.
MIL-STD-202 Testing
Access comprehensive MIL-STD-202 evaluation with Class 100 environmental and Class 200 mechanical strength testing in one program. ITAR/EAR certified testing from a trusted US government contractor.
MIL-STD-461 Testing Services
Access accredited MIL-STD-461 testing with secure ITAR handling at our specialized military EMC testing facilities. Our MIL-STD-461G testing validates defense systems up to 70 tons with 200V/m capability.
Military EMC Testing Services
Expert Military EMC Testing & MIL-STD 461 compliance for defense equipment. Validate performance across ground, air & sea applications with our accredited fast-track testing solutions.
DEF STAN 00-35 Testing Services
For nearly 190 years, we have delivered reliable military environmental testing, helping aerospace and defense products meet DEF STAN 00-35 standards and reach market faster with proven performance.
Defense Electronic Component Testing
Element is a leading provider of defense electronic component testing to the world's most recognized OEMs and Tier suppliers. Using the latest test equipment, we carry out our electronic component testing in a secure environment, keeping the details of your product confidential at all times.
Space Simulation Services
NASA-awarded space simulation testing for aerospace components. Expert thermal vacuum chambers, EMC testing, and custom solutions that ensure compliance and on-time delivery.
Military Sand & Dust Testing Services
Element provides accredited sand and dust testing, assessing military product performance under real-world conditions, to MIL-STD-810, IP, and RTCA DO-160 standards.
Solar Radiation Testing Services
Industry-leading solar and UV radiation testing to MIL-STD-810 standards. Prevent material degradation and ensure product durability with our comprehensive testing services. Get expert guidance today.
High Level Acoustic Noise Testing Services
Test aerospace and defense systems in our high-level acoustic noise testing reverberant chambers. Simulate launch conditions, engine noise, and airflow with precision controls. Meet MIL-STD-810 requirements.
Aerospace
Element are the largest global independent provider of aerospace testing services with over 100 years of experience and world-class testing, qualification, calibration, and advisory services.
Aerospace Product Qualification Testing (PQT) Services
Explore Element's aerospace product qualification testing (PQT) services. Ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency with our global expertise and accredited capabilities.
- Defence Testing: UK and Europe
- MIL-STD-810 Testing Services
- MIL-STD-202 Testing
- MIL-STD-461 Testing Services
- Military EMC Testing Services
- DEF STAN 00-35 Testing Services
- Defense Electronic Component Testing
- Space Simulation Services
- Military Sand & Dust Testing Services
- Solar Radiation Testing Services
- High Level Acoustic Noise Testing Services
- Aerospace
- Aerospace Product Qualification Testing (PQT) Services
Your Challenges, Our Solutions
Complex Testing Requirements
Urgent Time to Market Needs
Multiple Certification Hurdles
Early Development Risks
Standards we test to and materials we test
DEF STAN Standards
- DEF STAN 00-35
- DEF STAN 59-411
- DEF STAN 61-5
MIL-STD Standards
- MIL-STD 167
- MIL-STD 202
- MIL-STD 461
- MIL-STD 462
- MIL-STD 464
- MIL-STD 704
- MIL-STD 810
- MIL-STD 1275
Other Standards
- ADS-37A-PRF
- MIL-PRF-28800
- NATO AMSG
Other Certifications:
- E Marking
- RADHAZ Testing
- Naval Acceptance Testing
- EMC Interoperability Testing
- Immunity Integrity Testing
- Urgent Operational Requirement (UOR) testing packages
- ISO/IEC 17025:2005 (A2LA & UKAS accreditation)
- Military vehicles (tanks, Mastiff, Husky)
- Aircraft systems (F-22, JSF, A400M, CH-53K)
- Combat equipment
- Defense electronics
- Military communication systems
- Naval equipment
- Ground vehicles
- Explosive atmosphere equipment
- Military components
Element Experts at your service
Why Choose Element
Global Testing Capacity
Proven Track Record
Comprehensive Capabilities
Accredited Excellence
50+Years' Defense Expertise
7Testing Centers
15EMC Chambers
500+Annual Tests
Frequently asked questions
What size military equipment can you test?
Our facilities include chambers large enough to test complete military vehicles, including main battle tanks.
How do you handle urgent testing requirements?
We offer specialized Urgent Operational Requirement (UOR) testing services with accelerated timelines to meet critical project needs.
Can Element support both defense and commercial compliance in one test?
Yes, we integrate CE Marking, E Marking, and military standards into single test programs to reduce cost and time.